Kennametal 6013097 Grooving Insert KCP10B 3.30mm Cutting Width

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 6013097 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for precise external grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. This insert carries the KCP10B manufacturer grade with a CVD-applied TiOCN coating, delivering a combination of wear resistance and toughness suited for steel and cast iron workpieces. It features a 3.30 mm cutting width, a maximum depth of cut of 2.30 mm, and a full-radius corner geometry with a 1.65 mm corner radius. The ER-U insert style and GUP chip breaker work together to control chip flow in medium to light grooving applications. Licensed machinists and CNC turning specialists are the primary installers and users of this insert.

This insert belongs to the Beyond Evolution series and is configured in a neutral hand orientation, making it compatible with both left- and right-hand insert pockets that accept the ER-U3 style. The positive 10-degree rake angle and GUP chip breaker geometry are optimized for metric insert size 3 applications. It is suited for production turning environments where consistent groove width and finish quality are required across multiple parts. The insert size classification of 3 and the 4.02 mm cutting height confirm fitment in toolholders dimensioned to the ER-U3 standard.

Key Features

• KCP10B grade carbide substrate with CVD TiOCN coating for extended tool life in steel and cast iron
• 3.30 mm cutting width with full radius corner and 1.65 mm corner radius for controlled groove geometry
• Maximum depth of cut of 2.30 mm, with a recommended range of 2.00 to 3.00 mm
• GUP chip breaker with positive 10-degree rake for efficient chip control in light to medium grooving
• Neutral hand orientation suitable for ER-U3 toolholders in either cutting direction
• Beyond Evolution series construction for dimensional consistency and repeatable insert indexing

Compatibility

Designed for use in ER-U3 style grooving toolholders accepting metric insert size 3 with a 3.30 mm seat width. Specific toolholder model compatibility should be verified against the KENNAMETAL Beyond Evolution series toolholder specifications prior to installation.

Installation Notes

Insert seating and clamping should be performed by a qualified machinist following the toolholder manufacturer's torque and clamping procedures. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before indexing or replacing inserts. Do not exceed the maximum depth of cut specification for this insert style, as overloading can cause premature insert fracture. Follow your facility's cutting data guidelines and consult the KENNAMETAL Beyond Evolution series application data for recommended feed and speed ranges.