Cutting tool for shapers

Cutting tools of shapers are actually similar to cutting tools used on lathes.Most shapeer cutting tools require only a small amount of relief--generally ,3 to 5 degree of end and side relief.Side rake angles vary, depending on the material that is being machined.

Figure below shown several cutting tools,angles,and clearances for various machining operations performed on the shaper

Lefthand roughing tool for steel,Lefthand roughing tool for cast iron

Lefthand cutting tool for steel,Lefthand cutting tool for cast iron

Finishing tool for cast iron - Side-cutting tool for squaring corners
corners may be round

Round-nosed tool for light Round-nosed tool for bronze or brass
finishing cuts on steel

Shear tool for finishing steel Cutting-off and slot-cutting tool

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Toolholders of shaper are also similar to lathes.However,the square hole that houses the toolbit i parallel to the base n shaper toolholders.Frequently,the universal or swivel-head toolholder is used on the shaper.

Notes:Information provide by http://www.eurospares.com/graphics/Tools/shapers/AShaperTutorial.pdf