{"id":238667,"date":"2020-04-07T15:29:24","date_gmt":"2020-04-07T13:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/global-technology.ch\/?page_id=238667"},"modified":"2026-09-05T10:38:03","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T08:38:03","slug":"diamond-coated-routers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/global-technology.ch\/en\/diamond-coated-routers\/","title":{"rendered":"Diamond-coated cutters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Diamond-Coated Tools: The Solution to PCB Milling Challenges<\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"377\">In recent years, PCB manufacturers have faced <strong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"234\">increasing challenges<\/strong> in machining <strong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"278\">high-performance materials<\/strong> used in PCB assembly across the <strong data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"376\">telecommunications, military, medical, and automotive sectors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"755\">The introduction of <strong data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"475\">halogen-free materials, IMS, and laminates with various types of fillers<\/strong> has significantly impacted the performance and lifespan of conventional carbide tools traditionally used for PCB manufacturing. While these advanced materials ensure excellent technical properties for the final products, they are <strong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"725\">highly abrasive<\/strong>, leading to faster tool wear.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"983\">As a direct result, manufacturers have experienced <strong data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"862\">reduced machining parameters and shorter tool life<\/strong>, causing a <strong data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"918\">significant increase in production costs<\/strong> and machine downtime, negatively impacting overall productivity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1098\">To address these challenges, <strong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1084\">many manufacturers have transitioned to using diamond-coated tools<\/strong>, which offer:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1479\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1162\">Significantly longer tool life compared to carbide tools<\/strong>, reducing the frequency of tool changes.<br data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1206\" \/>\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1265\">Consistent cutting quality even on abrasive materials<\/strong>, minimizing defects and rework.<br data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1300\" \/>\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1345\">Optimized feed rates and cutting speeds<\/strong>, reducing cycle times.<br data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\" \/>\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1407\">Lower overall production costs<\/strong>, thanks to reduced machine downtime and more efficient tool management.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1757\">Global offers a comprehensive range of <strong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1602\">diamond-coated end mills and specialized tools for machining complex materials<\/strong>, supporting customers in selecting the most suitable tools for each application to enhance <strong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1738\">efficiency, quality, and competitiveness<\/strong> in PCB production.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1762\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1799\">\u00a9 2025 Global. 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