Iscar 6450102 Grooving Insert TGMF304F IC8250 3mm

Product Description

The ISCAR 6450102 is a solid carbide grooving insert carrying the TGMF304F geometry and IC8250 manufacturer grade, designed for external grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It features a 3.00 mm cutting width (0.1180 inches) and a maximum depth of cut of 1.80 mm (0.0710 inches), making it well-suited for shallow, precise groove profiles. The insert uses a PVD-applied Al2O3 coating for thermal resistance and edge wear reduction. It is held in place by a clamp-style insert holding method and is compatible with ISCAR Top Grip toolholders. CNC machinists and turning specialists are the primary installers of this insert.

This insert is intended for use on stainless steel and steel workpiece materials, classified under ISO material codes M and P. It is a neutral-hand, double-ended insert, offering two usable cutting edges per insert to extend service intervals. Typical applications include groove turning on production parts where consistent width and depth control are required. The F chip breaker geometry is suited for finishing and semi-finishing passes. This insert is sold individually, with a minimum order quantity of 10 units per order.

Key Features

• IC8250 grade solid carbide substrate with PVD Al2O3 coating for wear resistance on steel and stainless steel
• 3.00 mm cutting width (0.1180 inches) for precise groove dimensioning
• Double-ended insert provides two cutting edges per piece
• Neutral hand orientation for use on standard right-hand and left-hand setups
• F chip breaker geometry optimized for finishing cuts
• Clamp-style insert holding method compatible with Top Grip series toolholders

Compatibility

Designed for use with ISCAR Top Grip series grooving toolholders that accept TGMF-style inserts. Intended for stainless steel and steel workpieces per ISO material codes M and P.

Installation Notes

Installation and indexing of this insert should be performed by a qualified CNC machinist or tooling technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the turret is locked before seating or replacing the insert. Use the appropriate torque wrench and clamp screw specified by the toolholder manufacturer - do not over-tighten the clamp, as this can fracture carbide. Verify insert seating and edge condition visually before resuming cutting operations.