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    Cubic Boron Nitride Lathe Tool Inserts for Hardened Steel

    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.
    For traceability, inserts come factory sealed from the manufacturer.
    VBGW (Diamond with 35° Nose Angle)—For SVJB, SVPB, SVUB, SVVB, SVZB, and SVZC Holders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lathe Tool Inserts. Cubic Boron Nitride Lathe Tool Inserts for Hardened Steel, VBGW Insert.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. VBGW Insert.
    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.
    Each
    Insert
    Code
    Finish
    IC
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Hole
    Dia.
    Cutting
    Edge Lg.
    Tip
    Radius
    Rake Angle
    Type
    For Cutting
    Operation
    Coating Process
    Mfr.
    1-9
    10-Up
    For Use On Hardened Steel
    VBGW-331
    Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride (TiAlON) Coated3/8"3/16"0.173"0.08"1/64"PositiveMediumPVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)Kyocera5536N133000000000000
    VBGW-332
    Titanium Aluminum Oxygen Nitride (TiAlON) Coated3/8"3/16"0.173"0.07"1/32"PositiveMediumPVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)Kyocera5536N1340000000000
     

    Turning Lathe Tool Insert Holders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lathe Tool Insert Holders. Turning Lathe Tool Insert Holders.
    Secure carbide inserts inside these holders for stable turning. They’re also known as indexable insert holders. Select a holder that’s compatible with your insert by matching the insert style and inscribed circle diameter (IC). Right-hand holders move from right to left toward the lathe chuck, left-hand holders move from left to right away from the lathe chuck, and neutral holders can cut in either direction.
    SVJB Holders with Offset Shank
    Image of System. Front orientation. Exploded view. Contains Annotated. Lathe Tool Insert Holders. Turning Lathe Tool Insert Holders, SVJB Insert Holder.
    Image of Specification. Left-Hand Cutting Direction. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Lathe Tool Insert Holders. Turning Lathe Tool Insert Holders, SVJB Insert Holder.
    Image of Specification. Right-Hand Cutting Direction. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Lathe Tool Insert Holders. Turning Lathe Tool Insert Holders, SVJB Insert Holder.

    Left-Hand

    Cutting

    Direction

    Right-Hand

    Cutting

    Direction

    Holders with an offset shank are good for reaching into tight corners and when working close to the chuck.
    Holders
    Replacement
    Torx Keys
    Replacement
    Torx Screws
    For Insert
    Shank
    Designation
    IC
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Mfr.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Along-the-Length-Turning, Chamfering, External-Profiling Cut
     
    Right-Hand Cutting Direction
    VBGA, VBGT, VBGW, VBGX, VBMT1/4"1/8"5/8"5/8"4"Dorian Tool8924N11600000006959A14000003288A17500000
     

    Precision Lathe Tool Insert Holders for Machining Small Parts

    Image of ProductInUse. Insert Shown Installed (Not Included). Front orientation. Lathe Tool Insert Holders. Precision Lathe Tool Insert Holders for Machining Small Parts.

    Insert Shown Installed

    (Not Included)

    Pair these holders with precision carbide inserts to cut fine details and shape small parts. Designed for use in precision lathes, also called Swiss lathes, they fit directly into a tool holder or post—no tool block needed. All are S-code holders, which means the insert is secured with a screw. They’re the most common holder used with positive-rake inserts. Also known as indexable insert holders.
    Choose a holder that matches the insert style and inscribed circle diameter (IC) of your insert.
    SVVB Holders—For VBET, VBGT, VBGW, VBMT Inserts
    Image of System. Front orientation. Exploded, ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Lathe Tool Insert Holders. Precision Lathe Tool Insert Holders for Machining Small Parts, SVVB Insert Holder.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lathe Tool Insert Holders for Machining Small Parts.
    Neutral Cutting Direction—Neutral holders can cut in either direction.
    Holders
    Replacement
    Torx Screws
    Replacement
    Torx Keys
    Shank
    For
    Insert
    Cutting
    Edge Angle
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Overall
    Lg.
    IC
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Material
    Side
    End
    Mfr.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Along-the-Length-Turning, External-Profiling Cut
     
    Neutral Cutting Direction
    3/8"3/8"4 3/4"1/4"1/8"Steel
    -72.5°72.5°Kyocera9984N13500000009984N138000009984N13900000
    1/2"1/2"4 3/4"1/4"1/8"Steel
    -72.5°72.5°Kyocera9984N1360000009984N13800009984N1390000
    5/8"5/8"4 3/4"1/4"1/8"Steel
    -72.5°72.5°Kyocera9984N1370000009984N13800009984N1390000
     
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