DKS ServiceWorks
Information Gain Insight: Machining local Iberian timber species (such as dense Maritime Pine with variable pitch resin pockets, and plantation Eucalyptus with high siliceous content) causes accelerated friction wear and thermal blunting on low-grade carbon steel bits. Modern Coimbra factories require micro-grain Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT) dowel bits and Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) coated flutes to mitigate pitch buildup and micro-chipping.
| Material Substrate | Hardness (HRC) | Thermal Resistance | Ideal Application | Coimbra Industry Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT / YG6X) | HRA 89-91.5 | Up to 900°C | MDF, HDF, Particleboard, Veneered Panels | Industrial Furniture Factories & CNC Line Machines |
| HSS M35 (5% Cobalt) | HRC 65-67 | Up to 650°C | Stainless Steel, Laminated Hardwood, Composite Panels | Architectural Millwork & Hybrid Metal-Wood Assemblies |
| HSS M2 (6-5-2 High Speed Steel) | HRC 63-65 | Up to 550°C | Hardwood (Oak, Beech), Softwood (Pine), Acrylics | General Carpentry, Dowel Boring & Cabinet Joinery |
| High-Carbon Tool Steel (45# / 50# Steel) | HRC 48-52 | Up to 300°C | Soft Timber, Rough Construction, DIY Hand Drilling | Heavy Structural Auger Drilling & Site Framing |