Allied 7C215P-0020CI Spade Drill Insert 5/8 in Solid Carbide

Product Description

The ALLIED MACHINE AND ENGINEERING 7C215P-0020CI is a solid carbide spade drill insert designed for high-performance drilling in cast iron and similar ferrous materials. Built to GEN3SYS XT series specifications, this insert features a 140-degree point angle that promotes accurate entry and efficient chip evacuation. The AM300 PVD coating provides enhanced wear resistance and thermal stability during extended production runs. At a C2 (K20) carbide grade, this insert is well matched to the hardness and abrasiveness common in cast iron machining. Machinists and tooling technicians in manufacturing and job shop environments rely on this geometry for consistent hole quality at competitive feed rates.

This insert seats into a Seat Size 15 spade drill body and is intended for drilling cast iron workpieces in production machining applications. The GEN3SYS XT series is engineered for demanding drilling cycles where tool life and repeatability matter. Typical users include CNC machining center operators, manual drill press operators, and toolroom technicians working in metalworking and industrial manufacturing environments. The insert is supplied as a single unit per package.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction at C2 (K20) material grade for hardness and wear resistance in cast iron applications
• 140-degree point angle for precise hole entry and reduced thrust force
• AM300 PVD coating classification provides a hard, heat-resistant surface layer that extends insert life
• GEN3SYS XT series geometry engineered for demanding production drilling cycles
• Seat Size 15 interface ensures positive insert location and repeatable positioning in compatible drill bodies

Compatibility

Designed for use with Seat Size 15 GEN3SYS XT series spade drill bodies. Primary workpiece material is cast iron (material code K). Specific compatible drill body part numbers were not provided in available data.

Installation Notes

Insert seating and securing should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician with the spindle fully powered down and locked out per applicable safety procedures. Use the manufacturer-recommended torque wrench and insert screw to secure the insert in the drill body seat - do not overtighten by hand or with non-calibrated tools. Inspect the seat pocket for chips or debris before installation to ensure full, flat insert contact. Follow your facility's tooling change procedures and consult the drill body manufacturer's documentation for feed and speed recommendations specific to your workpiece material and machine setup.