Kennametal 1937604 Turning Insert Solid Carbide KC5025

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1937604 is a multi-directional turning insert designed for precision metal cutting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Built from solid carbide with a micrograin structure, this CPCA-style insert carries the KC5025 manufacturer grade and features a PVD-applied titanium nitride coating for extended tool life and wear resistance. The insert has an 11-degree relief angle and a 0.007-inch corner radius, making it well-suited for finishing and semi-finishing passes where edge sharpness and consistent surface finish are critical. Licensed machinists and tooling specialists use this insert in high-production turning applications.

This insert is intended for multi-directional turning operations in industrial machining environments, including both roughing approaches that require reliable edge integrity and finishing cuts that demand tight dimensional control. The KC5025 grade is formulated for cutting a broad range of workpiece materials where PVD coating provides thermal stability without the brittleness associated with CVD processes. Each package contains one insert, with a minimum order quantity of five units, making it appropriate for shop floor tooling management and crib stocking.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction with micrograin substrate for toughness and edge retention
• KC5025 manufacturer grade optimized for multi-directional turning
• PVD titanium nitride coating for wear resistance and reduced cutting forces
• CPCA insert style with 11-degree relief angle for clearance on turning operations
• 0.007-inch corner radius for controlled surface finish on finishing and semi-finishing passes
• Full radius insert: No — standard corner geometry for general turning applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct tooling insert for CPCA-style insert seats used in standard multi-directional turning toolholders and boring bars that accept this insert geometry.

Installation Notes

Insert seating and torque should follow the toolholder manufacturer specifications for CPCA-style pockets. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the machine is locked out before changing inserts. Use the appropriate torx or hex key as specified by the toolholder to secure the clamp or screw without over-tightening, which can fracture the carbide body. Inspection of the insert seat for chips or debris before installation helps ensure proper seating and edge geometry.