Routers and Engravers


LKH Tools is the premium choice for routing tools


Based in Nottingham, LKH Tools is a UK distributor for Crown Norge router tooling. The high quality, Swiss manufactured tooling for all types of routing machines, is renowned for exceptional cut quality, longevity and performance in a variety of materials. LKH Tools also provides technical assistance on the correct choice and use of the tooling along with training, software and application support to customers in a variety of applications and industries.


Speaking with Liam Hodson, Tooling and machine consultant, we asked him what make LKH the ideal choice for rotuer tools. Liam tells us "LKH Tools slogan 'Taking the guesswork out of CNC routing' is backed up with over 25 years of experience in the industry while Crown Norge defines “Innovative cutting tools” as its company Moto. This has certainly been the case as a number of industries first’s came from Crown Norge. Unique coatings, considered dimensions and balanced tooling (for high speed spindles) to name but a few."


With such a range, Sign Update wanted to know more about the tools. Liam elaborates "The Crown Norge tools are manufactured to an incredibly high standard using highest grade European carbide. In addition to this, the machines used to manufacture them are regularly inspected, tested and updated to ensure these consistent standards are met for each tool produced. The grinding wheel is assessed at regular intervals and adjusted accordingly by experienced and highly skilled operators. The tools are individually inspected prior to approval, ensuring these high standards are met consistently. "


The acrylic GEN2 range of tools is a new alternative to achieve polished results in clear acrylic


"The additional care and attention given to each tool is reflected in the final result. The disciplined approach to manufacturing of the tool, ensures the operator has the confidence to use the same settings from the first tool to the last. Removing the need to adjust the machining perimeters due to tooling differences."


Liam extols the virtues of the cutters by their cost saving ability. He says, "With higher than ever sheet material costs, it is critical to get it right first time, every time. Any slight variances in the routing tool could mean re-cutting of the job and scrapping a sheet of expensive material. The higher cut quality, tool longevity and performance of these tools is highlighted


even further when comparing the overall total economy. The Crown Norge tools from LKH Tools, are the best value for money. "


Liam expands on diamond polishing tools, listing the acronyms for the range;


• (PCD = Polycrystalline Diamond) • (MCD = MonoCrystalline Diamond) • (MCVD = Chemical Vapour Deposition Diamond)


• MCD & MCVD Diamond polishing


Liam says, "Meeting the demand for highly polished clear acrylic, the PCD, MCD and MCVD diamond polishing tools are also available in addition to the standard carbide and coated carbide tools.


MP Balanced tools for high speed spins 36 Sign Update MCD & MCVD Diamond polishing tools


Available in a variety of diameters and length’s, these are to be used as a secondary pass to remove 0.05-0.1mm of material leaving a polished and clear edge for up to 30mm thick material. This will produce vertical edges and with no heat to distort the material, they are ideal for applications where curves, intricate shapes, joints and stepped profiles are also required to be polished. In conjunction with the straight polishing tools, a bevelling polishing tool allows for polished countersunk holes or to chamfer the edge of the material to remove sharpness for handling.


ISSUE 212 JAN-FEB 2024


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