Iscar 6003088 Grooving Insert Penta IC1008 0.5mm

Product Description

The ISCAR 6003088 is a solid carbide grooving insert in the PENTA series, designed for precision grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries the PENTA24N050J004J geometry with an IC1008 manufacturer grade and a PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN coating for extended tool life in demanding cutting conditions. The insert features a neutral hand orientation, a cutting width of 0.5 mm, and a maximum depth of cut of 2.5 mm. The J chip breaker geometry supports controlled chip formation in tight groove profiles. This insert is installed by machinists and CNC tooling technicians working in precision turning applications.

This insert is suited for grooving operations across a broad range of workpiece materials, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metals, cast iron, and heat-resistant superalloys, corresponding to ISO material groups P, M, K, N, H, and S. Its universal primary workpiece material rating makes it a versatile option for shops running mixed-material production. The 0.5 mm cutting width targets fine groove profiles and narrow parting cuts where tight dimensional tolerances are required. It fits PENTA-compatible toolholders designed for the 24N insert seat size.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction with IC1008 grade for wear resistance in high-speed grooving
• PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN dual coating for thermal and abrasion resistance
• 0.5 mm cutting width for narrow groove and parting applications
• 2.5 mm maximum depth of cut supporting grooves in the 2.00 to 3.00 mm depth range
• J chip breaker geometry for controlled chip evacuation in fine groove profiles
• Neutral hand orientation for flexible toolholder pairing
• Compliant with ISO 13399 cutting tool data representation standards

Compatibility

Designed for use with PENTA-series toolholders accepting the 24N insert seat size. Compatible with workpiece material grades C1, C2, C3, C5, and C6 per ISO material classification groups H, K, M, N, P, and S.

Installation Notes

This insert is installed by qualified machinists or CNC tooling technicians. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before changing inserts. Seat the insert fully and uniformly in the toolholder pocket and verify clamping torque per the toolholder manufacturer specification before resuming cuts. Inspect the insert seat and clamping screw for wear or debris before each installation to avoid seating errors that can affect groove geometry.