Kennametal 1096971 Neutral Ctcp Turning Toolholder

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1096971 is a neutral-hand CTCP-style indexable turning toolholder from the Kendex series, designed for positive-rake external turning operations on CNC and manual lathes. It accepts TP..42. series inserts secured by a clamp-style holding method, providing rigid, repeatable insert positioning during cut. The shank measures 0.75 inches wide by 0.75 inches tall and the toolholder has an overall length of 6 inches. Built from steel, this toolholder is suited for production turning environments where consistent insert indexing and secure clamping are required. Licensed machinists and CNC operators are the primary installers.

This toolholder is intended for use in turning centers and engine lathes that accept 0.75 inch square shank toolholders. The neutral hand orientation makes it adaptable to both left-hand and right-hand turning applications without repositioning the turret. The 3-degree positive rake angle reduces cutting forces and is well-suited for finishing and semi-finishing passes on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The head length of 1.31 inches and back-of-bar to cutting edge distance of 0.782 inches are consistent with standard CTCP geometry for light-to-medium stock removal.

Key Features

• Neutral-hand CTCP style — compatible with left- or right-hand turning setups
• 3-degree positive rake angle reduces cutting forces during finish and semi-finish passes
• Clamp-style insert holding method for rigid, repeatable insert seating
• Accepts TP..42. series inserts with a 0.5 inch inscribed circle diameter
• 0.75 inch by 0.75 inch steel shank for standard square-shank turret pockets
• 6 inch overall length suits most standard external turning applications

Compatibility

Designed to accept TP..42. series inserts (complete insert compatibility: TP.. 432) with a 0.5 inch inscribed circle. Fits machine turrets and tool posts accommodating a 0.75 inch square shank toolholder.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or CNC setup technician. The machine spindle must be powered down and the turret locked before inserting or removing the toolholder. Clamp screws should be tightened with the appropriate Torx or hex key per the machine tool manufacturer guidelines — do not over-torque the insert clamp. Verify shank seating depth and tool centerline height before resuming cutting operations.