Iscar 3603360 Indexable Turning Toolholder 0.5in Shank

Product Description

The ISCAR 3603360 is a PDACR-style indexable turning toolholder from the Isoturn series, designed for use on CNC and manual lathes in precision turning operations. It accepts DC-style inserts and uses a lever clamping method to secure the insert during cutting. The shank measures 0.5 inches wide by 0.5 inches tall, and the overall length is 4 inches. The toolholder features a neutral rake angle of 0 degrees and a right-hand cutting direction, making it suitable for standard external turning applications. Coolant-through capability is built in, supporting higher cutting speeds and improved chip evacuation at the cutting edge.

This toolholder is intended for external turning operations in production and job-shop machining environments. It is commonly installed in 0.5-inch tool post or turret pockets on small to mid-size CNC lathes and manual turning centers. The PDAC toolholder style with a 0-degree lead angle is well suited for finish and semi-finish turning passes where controlled chip flow and consistent insert positioning are priorities. The compatible insert size code is DCGT3-0-SM, and insert compatibility follows the DC..070.. designation. Installation and tool changes are handled by machining professionals or CNC setup technicians.

Key Features

• Lever clamping method provides secure, repeatable insert indexing
• Coolant-through design supports chip control and extended insert life
• 0.5 inches by 0.5 inches shank fits standard small-bore tool posts and turret stations
• Neutral rake and 0-degree lead angle suited for right-hand external turning
• 4-inch overall length with a 1.1-inch head length for compact tool overhang
• Isoturn series construction for consistent dimensional accuracy across inserts

Compatibility

Accepts DC-style inserts per the DC..070.. compatibility designation. Compatible insert size code is DCGT3-0-SM. Designed for use in 0.5-inch shank tool posts and turret pockets on CNC and manual lathes configured for right-hand external turning.

Installation Notes

This toolholder is installed and serviced by qualified machinists or CNC setup technicians. Before changing inserts or mounting the toolholder, confirm the machine spindle is fully stopped and the control is in an e-stop or locked-out state per your shop lockout/tagout procedure. Torque the lever clamp screw using the appropriate Torx or hex key supplied with the toolholder system. Verify insert seating and shim height before taking a test cut.