Inconsistent Regrind Quality: How to Spot and Fix Problems

Inconsistent regrind quality is a problem that I have dealt with from both in-house grinding and external regrind services. The symptoms are hard to diagnose because they look like machine problems — one drill runs perfectly, the next one breaks after three holes, and the only variable is the regrind quality. I started inspecting every reground drill before it goes into production, and the tool breakage rate dropped by half. ...

June 12, 2026 · Engineer at the Deep Hole