Kennametal 1022697 L-key T9 Torx Drive Indexable

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1022697 is a T9 Torx L-Key designed for tightening and loosening insert screws on indexable cutting tools. This wrench provides the correct drive interface for securing inserts in end mill toolholders without rounding the screw head or over-torquing the fastener. It is a compact, single-piece L-Key form factor suited to bench use and in-machine adjustments. Compatible with MS1369 screws and KIPR-style toolholders, the 1022697 is the specified key for technicians and machinists maintaining indexable tooling in production environments. Weighing just 0.0053 pounds, it is lightweight enough to keep at the machine without cluttering the work area.

This L-Key is used wherever KENNAMETAL indexable end mills are in service. It is the appropriate tool for insert changes on KIPR-compatible toolholders, making it relevant in CNC machining cells, job shops, and tool crib environments. Machinists, tooling technicians, and setup personnel performing insert indexing or replacement will require this key to properly engage the T9 Torx insert screw. It is sold as a single unit and is intended as a dedicated tooling accessory rather than a general-purpose fastener driver.

Key Features

• T9 Torx drive matches the insert screw recess on KIPR-compatible indexable end mills
• Designed specifically for MS1369 insert screw compatibility
• L-Key form factor allows controlled torque application in tight toolholder clearances
• Lightweight construction at 0.0053 pounds for easy bench or machine-side storage
• Single-piece design with no moving parts for long service life

Compatibility

Compatible with KIPR-style indexable toolholders and MS1369 insert screws. Designed for use with indexable end mill tooling requiring a T9 Torx drive fastener interface.

Installation Notes

Insert key changes should be performed with the machine powered down and the spindle fully stopped. Use the L-Key to engage the Torx recess squarely before applying torque to avoid cam-out and screw damage. Follow the toolholder and insert manufacturer torque guidelines for insert screw seating. This work is typically performed by a machinist or tooling technician as part of standard insert indexing procedure.