Alumina Ceramic Inserts
These inserts are made with a black alumina ceramic on the cutting edges. Compared to carbide inserts, ceramic lasts longer in hardened-steel tooling applications because it is chemically inert and has better heat resistance. Ceramic inserts have comparable wear resistance to cubic boron nitride, but ceramic is best for continuous and light cutting while cubic boron nitride can also be used in heavy interruption. These inserts have multiple cutting edges, so when a cutting edge becomes dull, rotate the insert in the holder to use a sharp edge. Larger nose angles and larger tip radii provide a stronger cutting edge but result in increased vibration and a rougher finish.
Positive-rake inserts have an edge that is less than 90° to sit flat in the holder for improved cutting clearance and a better finish than negative-rake inserts. They have cutting edges on one side of the inserts.
Negative-rake inserts have a 90° edge and sit at an angle in the holder to provide a strong cutting force for heavy duty applications. They have cutting edges on both sides of the inserts for twice the life of comparable positive-rake inserts.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | ||||||||||
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CNG-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.49" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
CNG-433 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.49" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Hole Dia. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
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CNGA-431 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.49" | 1/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
CNGA-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.49" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
CNGA-433 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.49" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Hole Dia. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
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DNGA-431 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.59" | 1/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
DNGA-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.59" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
DNGA-433 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.59" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
DNGA-442 | 1/2" | 1/4" | 0.203" | 0.59" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | ||||||||
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RCGX-103 | 3/8" | 5/16" | Positive | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | ||||||||
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RNG-43 | 1/2" | 3/16" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | ||||||||||
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SNG-433 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.47" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
SNG-434 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.47" | 1/16" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
SNG-453 | 1/2" | 5/16" | 0.47" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
SNG-454 | 1/2" | 5/16" | 0.47" | 1/16" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Hole Dia. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
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SNGA-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.203" | 0.47" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Hole Dia. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
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TNGA-331 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.15" | 0.63" | 1/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
TNGA-332 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.15" | 0.63" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
TNGA-333 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.15" | 0.63" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | ||||||||||
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TPG-221 | 1/4" | 1/8" | 0.42" | 1/64" | Positive | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
TPG-222 | 1/4" | 1/8" | 0.42" | 1/32" | Positive | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
TPG-321 | 3/8" | 1/8" | 0.63" | 1/64" | Positive | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
TPG-322 | 3/8" | 1/8" | 0.63" | 1/32" | Positive | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Hole Dia. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | Each | |
For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
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VNGA-331 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.15" | 0.64" | 1/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 000000 |
VNGA-332 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.15" | 0.64" | 1/32" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
VNGA-333 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.15" | 0.64" | 3/64" | Negative | Finishing, Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 0000000 | 00000 |
Cubic Boron Nitride Inserts
Resisting wear and fractures when cutting hardened steel, these cubic boron nitride inserts last longer than carbide inserts. Use them for high-speed finishing and interrupted cutting applications. All have multiple cutting edges, so when an edge dulls, rotate the insert in your holder to use a sharp edge. Those with larger nose angles and tip radii have stronger cutting edges, but create more vibration and a rougher finish.
Positive-rake inserts have an edge that is less than 90° to sit flat in the holder for improved cutting clearance and a better finish than negative-rake inserts. They have cutting edges on one side of the inserts.
Negative-rake inserts have a 90° edge and sit at an angle in the holder to provide a strong cutting force for heavy duty applications. They have cutting edges on both sides of the inserts for twice the life of comparable positive-rake inserts.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
CCMW-21.50.5 | 1/4" | 3/32" | 0.08" | 0.008" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
CCMW-21.52 | 1/4" | 3/32" | 0.07" | 1/32" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
CCMW-32.51 | 3/8" | 5/32" | 0.07" | 1/64" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
CCMW-32.52 | 3/8" | 5/32" | 0.07" | 1/32" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
CNGA-431 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.1" | 1/64" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
CNGA-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.1" | 1/32" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
CNGA-434 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.13" | 1/16" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
DCMW-32.50.5 | 3/8" | 5/32" | 0.07" | 0.008" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
DNGA-431 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.1" | 1/64" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
DNGA-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.09" | 1/32" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
TNGA-331 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.11" | 1/64" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
TNGA-332 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.09" | 1/32" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
VBGW-331 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.08" | 1/64" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
VBGW-332 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.07" | 1/32" | Positive | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
VNGA-331 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.08" | 1/64" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
VNGA-332 | 3/8" | 3/16" | 0.07" | 1/32" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Each | |||||||||||
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Insert Code | Inscribed Circle Dia. (IC) | Thick. | Cutting Edge Lg. | Tip Radius | Rake Type | For Cutting Operation | Finish | Coating Process | 1-9 | 10-Up | |
For Use On Hardened Steel | |||||||||||
WNGA-432 | 1/2" | 3/16" | 0.1" | 1/32" | Negative | Medium | Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride-base (TiAlON) Coated | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
Diamond-Tipped External Threading Lathe Tools
When cutting threads in nonferrous and nonmetallic materials, such as aluminum, copper, fiberglass, and plastic, diamond tips provide superior cutting performance. A neutral cut direction means these tools can cut from both right to left and left to right.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Tool Bit | Shank | Tip | |||||||||||
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Style | Code | Wd. | Ht. | Thread Type | Thread Shape | Overall Lg. | Nose Angle | Radius | Lg. | Thick. | For Use On | Each | |
Neutral | |||||||||||||
E | E-5 | 5/16" | 5/16" | UNC, UNS, UNF | V | 2 1/4" | 60° | 0.010" | 0.1" | 1/4" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 0000000 |
E | E-6 | 3/8" | 3/8" | UNC, UNS, UNF | V | 2 1/2" | 60° | 0.010" | 0.1" | 1/4" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
E | E-8 | 1/2" | 1/2" | UNC, UNS, UNF | V | 3 1/2" | 60° | 0.010" | 0.1" | 1/4" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
Diamond-Tipped Turning Lathe Tools
The diamond tip on these tools offers superior cutting performance on nonferrous and nonmetallic materials, such as aluminum, copper, fiberglass, and plastic. Right-handed tools cut from right to left and left-handed tools cut from left to right.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Tool Bit | Shank | Tip | |||||||||||
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Style | Code | Wd. | Ht. | Overall Lg. | Side Cutting Edge Angle | End Cutting Edge Angle | Radius | Wd. | Lg. | Thick. | For Use On | Each | |
For Along-the-Length Turning, Boring, Chamfering, and Facing | |||||||||||||
Right Hand | |||||||||||||
A | AR-4 | 1/4" | 1/4" | 2" | 0° | 6° | 0.015" | 0.18" | 0.1" | 1/16" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 0000000 |
A | AR-6 | 3/8" | 3/8" | 2 1/2" | 0° | 6° | 0.015" | 0.18" | 0.1" | 1/16" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
A | AR-8 | 1/2" | 1/2" | 3 1/2" | 0° | 6° | 0.030" | 0.18" | 0.1" | 1/16" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
Left Hand | |||||||||||||
A | AL-4 | 1/4" | 1/4" | 2" | 0° | 6° | 0.015" | 0.18" | 0.1" | 1/16" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
A | AL-6 | 3/8" | 3/8" | 2 1/2" | 0° | 6° | 0.015" | 0.18" | 0.1" | 1/16" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
A | AL-8 | 1/2" | 1/2" | 3 1/2" | 0° | 6° | 0.030" | 0.18" | 0.1" | 1/16" | Aluminum, Carbon, Ceramics, Copper, Fiberglass, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |