Kennametal 2234826 Grooving Insert KC5010 3mm Carbide

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 2234826 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for precision external grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Built to the A4 series standard, it carries the R0300M0GMP insert designation and is coated with TiAlN via a PVD process, providing thermal resistance and extended tool life in demanding cutting conditions. The insert has a 3.00 mm cutting width and a maximum depth of cut of 2.50 mm. Its full radius geometry and GMP chip breaker promote controlled chip evacuation. Machinists and CNC operators working in production turning environments install this insert as part of a compatible A4-series grooving system.

This insert is suited for grooving, profiling, and parting applications in materials corresponding to carbide material grades C3 and C4, including cast iron and non-ferrous alloys. The neutral hand orientation makes it adaptable to a range of toolholder setups. Its positive rake geometry reduces cutting forces and is well matched to finish-quality grooving passes. The GMP chip breaker geometry is optimized for metric-dimension groove profiles. Typical users include CNC machinists and toolroom technicians in job shop and production environments handling medium to fine turning operations.

Key Features

• Solid carbide substrate with PVD-applied TiAlN coating for heat and wear resistance
• 3.00 mm cutting width with full radius geometry for consistent groove profile
• Maximum depth of cut of 2.50 mm; depth of cut range of 2.00 to 3.00 mm
• GMP chip breaker for controlled chip formation and evacuation
• Neutral insert hand for flexible toolholder compatibility
• Positive rake angle reduces cutting forces during grooving passes

Compatibility

Designed for use in A4-series grooving toolholders accepting the R0300M0 insert size. Catalog reference number A4R0300M03P00GMP. Compatible with toolholder systems designed for this insert series and size designation.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified CNC machinists or toolroom technicians. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before seating or removing inserts. Use the appropriate torx or clamping key specified by the toolholder manufacturer to secure the insert without over-torquing the clamping screw. Confirm insert seating and clamping integrity before resuming cutting operations.