Kennametal 3397369 Grooving Insert NG2M050 KC5010 Carbide

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 3397369 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for precision grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Manufactured to the NG insert style in size 2M050, this insert carries the KC5010 grade designation, a physical vapor deposition (PVD)-coated carbide grade engineered for consistent performance in grooving applications. The neutral hand orientation allows for straight-plunge grooving without lateral cutting bias. Machinists and tooling technicians specify this insert when clean, repeatable groove profiles are required on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces.

This insert is suited for use in production turning environments where groove depth, width consistency, and tool life are critical. The NG-style seat and 2M050 size designation correspond to a specific range of KENNAMETAL grooving toolholders designed to accept this insert geometry. It is typically installed and qualified by CNC machinists, toolroom technicians, or manufacturing engineers working on lathes, turning centers, or multi-axis machining platforms in industrial production or job-shop settings.

Key Features

• NG insert style with neutral hand orientation for straight-plunge grooving
• Solid carbide construction with KC5010 manufacturer grade for wear resistance
• Insert size 2M050 for precise groove geometry control
• PVD-coated carbide grade suited for consistent tool life in grooving operations
• UNSPSC Code 23242105 for procurement and classification compliance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement grooving insert for KENNAMETAL toolholders and grooving systems that accept the NG-style, 2M050-size insert seat. No additional specific compatible model numbers were provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or tooling technicians. Before replacing or seating the insert, power down the machine and follow full lockout/tagout procedures per applicable OSHA and facility safety standards. Ensure the insert pocket and clamping surfaces are clean and free of chips before seating the insert. Do not overtighten the clamping screw; follow the toolholder manufacturer torque guidance for NG-style seats.