In the mechanical processing industry, cutting tools, as key production tools, directly affect processing efficiency, product quality, and production costs. Therefore, how to extend the service life of cutting tools through scientific tool management has become an important topic for enterprises to enhance their competitiveness.



Firstly, reasonable tool selection is the foundation for extending service life. In actual processing, appropriate tool material and geometric shape should be selected according to conditions such as workpiece material, processing method, and cutting parameters. For example, when processing high-hardness materials, coated cemented carbide tools with higher wear resistance should be selected; while in high-speed cutting, ceramic or cubic boron nitride (CBN) and other high-performance materials can be considered. Suitable tools can not only improve processing efficiency but also significantly reduce wear and extend service time.

　　Secondly, optimizing cutting parameters is also an important means to improve the service life of cutting tools. The reasonable setting of parameters such as spindle speed, feed rate, and cutting depth directly affects the stress and wear of cutting tools. Excessive cutting speed can cause the tool temperature to rise, accelerate wear; while too low feed rate may cause increased friction at the tool edge. Therefore, enterprises should refer to the recommended cutting parameters provided by tool manufacturers and dynamically adjust them in combination with actual processing effects according to the actual situation.

　　Thirdly, strengthening the daily maintenance and management of cutting tools is also indispensable. Regularly checking the wear status of cutting tools, cleaning the surface residue of cutting tools, and timely replacing tools with severe wear can effectively avoid processing quality problems and equipment damage caused by tool failure. At the same time, establishing a complete tool management system (such as tool life tracking, use record archiving, etc.) helps to achieve visual management of tool use and early warning of potential problems.



In addition, strengthening the training of operators is also an important link in improving the service life of cutting tools. Operators should have basic knowledge of cutting tools, understand the characteristics and usage precautions of different tools, and avoid abnormal wear of cutting tools due to improper operation. At the same time, encouraging employees to summarize experience and put forward improvement suggestions helps to create a good atmosphere for tool use and maintenance.



In summary, through measures such as scientific selection, optimization of cutting parameters, strengthening maintenance management, and improving personnel quality, it is possible to effectively extend the service life of cutting tools, reduce production costs, and enhance the economic benefits and market competitiveness of enterprises. Only by treating tool management as a systematic project can we truly achieve the goals of efficient, stable, and economic production.