Kennametal 1952702 Grooving Insert KC5010 Tialn 3.05 Mm

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1952702 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for precise external and internal grooving operations on CNC turning centers and lathes. It carries the G305GMN chipbreaker geometry and KC5010 manufacturer grade with a PVD-applied TiAlN coating, delivering wear resistance and thermal stability in demanding cutting conditions. The neutral hand orientation and 3.05 mm cutting width make it a direct-fit replacement for standard A4-series grooving toolholders. A corner radius of 0.40 mm supports accurate groove profiling. Machinists and CNC operators working in production turning environments install this insert to achieve consistent groove geometry and extended tool life across medium-to-hard workpiece materials.

This insert is suited for grooving applications in ferrous and non-ferrous metals where close dimensional tolerances are required. The KC5010 grade is positioned for interrupted cuts and applications requiring a tough yet wear-resistant carbide substrate with a TiAlN finish. At a maximum depth of cut of 3.50 mm, it covers the majority of standard grooving depths encountered in automotive, aerospace, and general-purpose machining. It is a multi-use tool compatible with A4-series grooving systems and indexed quickly during tooling changeovers.

Key Features

• PVD TiAlN coating for elevated wear resistance and thermal stability
• 3.05 mm cutting width with a maximum depth of cut of 3.50 mm
• GMN chipbreaker geometry for controlled chip evacuation in grooving
• Corner radius of 0.40 mm for accurate groove profile tolerances
• Neutral hand orientation for flexible toolholder mounting
• Multi-use designation supports both grooving and related turning operations

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit insert for A4-series grooving toolholders. Catalog reference number A4G0305M03U04GMN. Material grades C3 and C4 indicate suitability for cast iron and non-ferrous materials per standard carbide grade classifications.

Installation Notes

This insert is installed by a qualified CNC machinist or toolroom technician. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before indexing or replacing inserts. Use the appropriate insert clamp torque tool specified by the toolholder manufacturer to seat the insert correctly — do not overtighten by hand. Verify insert seating and orientation against the toolholder pocket before resuming cuts.