Kennametal 7096834 Grooving Insert A4R Carbide Altin

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 7096834 is a carbide grooving insert designed for precision grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Built to the A4R style in size code 6, it delivers a cutting width of 0.236 inches (6.000 mm) and a maximum depth of cut of 0.189 inches (4.80 mm). The insert features a full radius corner of 0.1181 inches (3.00 mm), a positive rake geometry, and a GMP chip breaker configuration. An AlTiN coating applied via PVD process improves heat resistance and tool life in demanding materials. Licensed machinists and CNC operators install this insert as part of routine tooling maintenance.

This insert is suited for grooving, profiling, and undercutting applications on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces in both production and job-shop environments. The neutral hand orientation allows flexible deployment, and the double-ended design provides two usable cutting edges per insert, reducing per-edge tooling cost. The GMP chip breaker geometry supports controlled chip evacuation in medium-duty grooving passes. The insert is clamped into compatible A4R-series toolholders.

Key Features

• Carbide substrate with KCU10B manufacturer grade for thermal and wear resistance
• AlTiN coating via PVD process for extended tool life in high-speed and dry cutting
• Full radius corner at 0.1181 inches (3.00 mm) for smooth groove profiles
• Double-ended insert with 2 cutting edges per insert
• GMP chip breaker for controlled chip flow in grooving operations
• Positive rake geometry reduces cutting forces
• Neutral hand allows use in both left- and right-hand orientations within compatible tooling

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement insert for A4-series grooving toolholders accepting size 6 inserts with clamp-style holding. Confirm toolholder compatibility with the A4R insert style and size 6 seat before installation.

Installation Notes

This insert is installed by qualified machinists or CNC tooling technicians. Power down and lock out the machine before changing inserts. Use the appropriate clamp screw and torque driver specified by the toolholder manufacturer - do not overtighten or use impact tools on insert clamping hardware. Inspect the insert seat for chips or debris before seating the new insert, and verify cutting edge orientation before resuming operations.