Kennametal 5588936 Indexable Carbide Drilling Insert

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 5588936 is an indexable carbide drilling insert designed for use in indexable drill bodies on CNC machining centers and drilling applications. Manufactured from carbide grade KCU40, this insert is engineered for metal-cutting drilling operations where edge durability and consistent hole quality are required. The DFT110508HP designation identifies the insert geometry, indicating its seating and cutting geometry profile. Weighing 0.05 pounds, this is a precision-ground cutting tool consumable installed by machinists, tool-crib technicians, and CNC operators in production and job-shop environments.

This insert is suited for use in industrial drilling operations on ferrous and non-ferrous workpiece materials. The KCU40 carbide grade provides a balance of toughness and wear resistance appropriate for general-purpose drilling applications. It fits indexable drill toolholders that accept the DFT110508HP insert geometry and is a standard consumable in production machining environments handling medium-to-high volume hole-making operations.

Key Features

• Carbide grade KCU40 provides wear resistance balanced with cutting-edge toughness
• DFT110508HP geometry ensures proper seating and cutting performance in compatible drill bodies
• Indexable design allows insert rotation or replacement without removing the drill body from the machine
• Precision-ground insert form supports consistent hole diameter and surface finish repeatability
• Lightweight at 0.05 pounds for minimal tool assembly weight contribution

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement insert for indexable drill toolholders accepting the DFT110508HP insert geometry and seat configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or toolroom technicians using the appropriate Torx or hex key for the insert clamping screw specified by the drill body manufacturer. The machine spindle must be fully stopped and the machine placed in an e-stop or lockout state before indexing or replacing inserts. Inserts should be seated fully and clamp screws torqued according to the toolholder manufacturer's documentation. Inspect the insert pocket seat for chips or wear before installing a new insert to ensure proper seating and runout.