Iscar 6292379 Grooving Insert GRIP3003Y IC908 Carbide

Product Description

The ISCAR 6292379 is a solid carbide grooving insert in the Heli-Grip series, designed for precision external and face grooving operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Identified by insert style GRIP and size code 3003Y, it delivers a 3.00 mm cutting width with a maximum depth of cut of 1.80 mm. The insert carries an IC908 grade with a PVD-applied TiAlN coating, providing strong wear resistance and thermal stability across a wide range of workpiece materials. Neutral hand orientation and a positive 7-degree rake angle help control cutting forces and chip flow. Licensed machinists and CNC turning technicians are the primary installers of this insert type.

This insert is suited for grooving, parting, and profiling applications in both production and job-shop environments. The Y-style chip breaker geometry supports consistent chip control at moderate feeds and depths. Primary workpiece material compatibility spans universal categories including ISO material groups P, M, K, H, and S, making it applicable to steel, stainless, cast iron, hardened materials, and superalloys. It is a multi-use tool appropriate for recurring grooving cycles where tight tolerances and surface finish consistency are required.

Key Features

• 3.00 mm cutting width with a 0.30 mm corner radius for controlled groove geometry
• Maximum depth of cut of 1.80 mm, rated for depths from 0.00 to 2.00 mm
• IC908 carbide grade with PVD TiAlN coating for extended tool life across universal workpiece materials
• Positive rake angle of 7 degrees reduces cutting pressure and heat generation
• Y-style chip breaker promotes reliable chip evacuation during deep or continuous grooving
• Heli-Grip series design for secure insert seating and repeatable indexing

Compatibility

Designed for use with compatible Heli-Grip series toolholders that accept GRIP3003 insert size. Suitable for ISO material grades C1, C2, C6, and C7 per material group coding, and workpiece material codes H, K, M, P, and S per ISO 13399 classification.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified CNC machinist or toolroom technician. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before seating or indexing the insert. Use the appropriate torx or clamping key specified for the Heli-Grip toolholder to secure the insert without over-torquing the clamping screw. Inspect the insert pocket and clamping surfaces for chips or debris before installation to ensure full seating and accurate positioning.