Kennametal 1017036 Indexable Shim Sm Square 0.125in

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1017036 is a solid carbide shim designed for indexable tooling systems used in milling and turning operations. This SM-style shim seats between the tool body pocket and the indexable insert, providing a stable, repeatable seating surface that protects the tool pocket from cutting forces and insert wear. At 0.125 inches thick and compatible with square inserts having a 5.41 mm (0.213 inch) inscribed circle, it offers precise dimensional support in tight-tolerance tooling setups. Machinists and toolroom technicians rely on shims like this to extend tool body life and maintain consistent insert positioning across indexing cycles.

This shim is suited for both milling and turning applications where SM-style seating is specified. It is commonly installed in carbide insert toolholders across production machining environments, job shops, and maintenance toolrooms. The solid carbide construction handles high cutting loads and resists deformation under the clamping forces typical of modern indexable tooling. Sold individually, with a minimum order quantity of 10 units per transaction.

Key Features

• SM shim style for compatibility with SM-designated indexable toolholder pockets
• Compatible with square indexable insert geometry
• Solid carbide construction resists deformation under high clamping and cutting loads
• 0.125 inch nominal thickness for consistent insert height positioning
• 5.41 mm (0.213 inch) inscribed circle sizing matches standard small-format square inserts
• Suitable for both milling and turning tooling systems

Compatibility

Designed for use in SM-style indexable toolholder pockets that accept square inserts with a 5.41 mm inscribed circle, applicable to milling and turning tooling systems requiring a 0.125 inch thick shim seat.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or toolroom technician during insert changeover or toolholder maintenance. Always de-energize and lock out the machine before accessing the toolholder pocket. Ensure the shim seat and pocket are clean and free of chips or debris before placing the shim to maintain accurate insert positioning. Do not reuse shims that show signs of cracking, deformation, or surface damage.