Iscar 2550052 Indexable Grooving Blade Right Hand Hfae

Product Description

The ISCAR 2550052 is a right-hand indexable grooving blade from the Heliface series, designed for grooving, parting, and turning operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. The blade measures 2.874 inches in overall length with a blade height of 1.26 inches and a blade width of 0.204 inches. It supports a maximum depth of cut of 1.2598 inches and accommodates a minimum groove width of 0.2362 inches. The HFAE blade style accepts a wide range of standard insert styles, making it a versatile toolholder for shops running varied workpiece diameters. Weighing 0.32 pounds, this blade is built for precision grooving work where consistent insert seating and rigid clamping are required.

The 2550052 is suited for external grooving, profiling, and parting operations on workpieces ranging from 3.937 inches to 7.087 inches in diameter. It is appropriate for use in production turning environments handling both small and medium-diameter parts. The right-hand cutting direction makes it a standard choice for conventional lathe spindle rotation. Machinists and CNC programmers working on steel, stainless, and similar materials will find this blade compatible with a broad insert offering. It is sold individually and intended for professional machining applications.

Key Features

• Right-hand cutting direction for conventional spindle rotation
• HFAE blade style in the Heliface series for rigid insert clamping
• Minimum groove width of 0.2362 inches supports narrow grooving and parting operations
• Maximum depth of cut of 1.2598 inches for deeper groove profiles
• Compatible with multiple insert styles including DGN, GRIP, HFPR/L, and HGPL families
• Workpiece diameter range of 3.937 to 7.087 inches covers common production turning sizes

Compatibility

Compatible insert styles include DGN/DGNC/DGNM-C, DGN/DGNM-J/JS/JT, DGN-UT/UA, DGN-W, GRIP, HFPR/L, and HGPL. This blade conforms to ISO 13399 standards for cutting tool data representation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the turret is locked before mounting or removing the blade from the toolholder pocket. Verify insert style compatibility before seating a new insert, and confirm proper torque on the clamping screw using the insert manufacturer's recommended tooling. Follow the machine tool builder's specifications for tool overhang and rigidity to minimize vibration during grooving and parting passes.