Kennametal 1097122 Indexable Profiling Toolholder External

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1097122 is a left-hand external indexable profiling toolholder built for precision turning and profiling operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Part of the Top Notch series, it features a neutral rake geometry and a clamp-style insert holding method that secures VP.. series inserts with a 3/8-inch inscribed circle. The steel shank measures 0.75 x 0.75 inches with an overall length of 4.5 inches and a -5 degree lead angle, making it well suited for profiling passes that require controlled cutting geometry. Licensed machinists and CNC operators install and service this toolholder as part of external turning setups.

This toolholder is designed for external turning and profiling applications on metalcutting lathes. The NVLC toolholder style accommodates the VP.. 332 insert family, allowing operators to run profiling, contour turning, and finish passes on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces. It is appropriate for production and job-shop environments where repeatable insert indexing and consistent cutting geometry are required. The 1.44-inch head length and 1.0-inch back-of-bar to cutting edge dimension support setup in standard OD turning tool stations.

Key Features

• Left-hand external toolholder with -5 degree lead angle for controlled profiling geometry
• Clamp-style insert retention provides rigid, repeatable seating of VP.. series inserts
• Neutral rake configuration supports a wide range of workpiece materials
• Steel construction for durability in continuous turning operations
• Top Notch series design ensures insert and toolholder interchangeability within the product family
• No coolant-through requirement simplifies setup on standard turning stations

Compatibility

Compatible with VP.. 332 inserts with a 3/8-inch (0.375 inch) inscribed circle. Designed for use with the Kennametal Top Notch series toolholder system on external turning and profiling applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician. Confirm the machine is powered down and the spindle is locked before changing or seating the toolholder in the turret. Use the appropriate torque wrench and toolholder mounting hardware specified for the turret station to prevent insert chatter or pull-out. Verify insert seating and clamp engagement before resuming cutting operations.