Iscar 5603479 Milling Insert Adkt IC908 Tialn Carbide

Product Description

The ISCAR 5603479 is a solid carbide milling insert in the HM90 ADKT 150550-PDR geometry, designed for high-efficiency face and shoulder milling operations. Manufactured in the IC908 submicron carbide grade with a PVD-applied TiAlN coating, this insert delivers wear resistance and thermal stability across a wide range of workpiece materials. The parallelogram insert shape with an 85-degree included angle and positive rake geometry reduces cutting forces and supports productive metal removal. It features two cutting edges, a honed cutting edge style, and a PDR chip breaker configuration. Installed via screw clamping, it is compatible with HM90-15 series cutter bodies and is right-hand oriented.

This insert is suited for milling steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, titanium, and hard materials, covering ISO material groups P, M, K, S, and H. It is commonly used in production machining environments where consistent chip control and long tool life are required. The HELI2000 series design supports maximum depth of cut up to 0.472 inches (12.00 mm), making it applicable to both roughing and finishing passes in medium to high-demand milling applications. Machinists and CNC operators working with multi-material job shop or production runs will find this insert a versatile single-sided option.

Key Features

• IC908 submicron carbide grade with PVD TiAlN coating for extended wear life
• Positive rake ADKT geometry reduces cutting forces on the spindle and workpiece
• PDR chip breaker promotes reliable chip evacuation across varied materials
• Two cutting edges per insert; single-sided, right-hand orientation
• Maximum depth of cut of 0.472 inches (12.00 mm) for versatile pass depths
• Effective cutting edge length of 0.543 inches supports productive engagement

Compatibility

Designed for use with HM90-15 series cutter bodies. ANSI code: HM90 ADKT 150550PDR IC908. ISO code: HM90 ADKT 150550PDR. Conforms to ANSI and ISO 13399 standards.

Installation Notes

This insert is secured using a screw clamping method; use the appropriate torx or hex key as specified by the cutter body manufacturer and ensure the pocket is clean and free of debris before seating the insert. Always power down and lock out the machine spindle before changing inserts. Inspect the insert pocket seat and clamping screw for wear or damage at each insert change. Handle carbide inserts with care to avoid chipping the cutting edges prior to use.