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    Ceramic Alumina Lathe Tool Inserts for Hardened Steel and Cast Iron

    These inserts are made with a black ceramic alumina on the cutting edges. Compared to carbide inserts, ceramic lasts longer in hardened-steel and cast iron 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.
    RCGX (Round)—For CRDC Holders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lathe Tool Inserts. Ceramic Alumina Lathe Tool Inserts for Hardened Steel and Cast Iron, RCGX Insert.
    Image of Product. Individual Carbide Insert Case. Front orientation. Clear Plastic Case. Ceramic Alumina Lathe Tool Inserts for Hardened Steel and Cast Iron.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. RCGX Insert.

    Individual Carbide

    Insert Case

    Individual—Inserts sold individually come packed in a clear plastic case to protect cutting edges during shipment.
    Package—Inserts sold in packages come factory sealed from the manufacturer for maximum traceability.
    Positive Rake Angle—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.
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    For Use On Cast Iron and Hardened Steel
    RCGX-103Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride (TiAlON) Coated3/8"5/16"PositiveMedium, FinishingPVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)Clear Plastic Case16273N31000000106273N3570000000
     
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