Kennametal 7096858 Grooving Insert Carbide Altin 0.094 in

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 7096858 is a carbide grooving insert designed for external grooving and parting operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Part of the Beyond Evolution series, this insert features an EG-P-GUP-Inch style with a neutral hand orientation, a 0.094 inch cutting width, and an AlTiN coating for extended tool life in demanding materials. The KCU10B grade substrate combined with a positive rake geometry supports consistent chip control through the GUP chip breaker design. Machinists and toolroom technicians working with steel and similar alloys will find this insert suited for precision grooving where tight width tolerances are required.

This insert is intended for use in compatible EG-style grooving toolholders on manual and CNC turning equipment. It is appropriate for small-width grooving applications in production and job-shop environments, including O-ring grooves, snap-ring grooves, and face grooving on workpieces requiring controlled chip evacuation. The neutral hand configuration allows installation in both left-hand and right-hand holder setups depending on toolholder design. The GUP chip breaker is optimized for positive-rake grooving in steel and similar work materials.

Key Features

• EG-P-GUP-Inch insert style with size code 2 for use in matching EG-series toolholders
• 0.094 inch (2.39 mm) cutting width for narrow grooving applications
• KCU10B carbide grade with AlTiN coating for heat and wear resistance
• Positive rake geometry with GUP chip breaker for reliable chip control
• Neutral hand orientation compatible with multiple holder configurations
• Clamp-style insert holding method for secure seating under cutting loads
• Multi-use tool designation supports both grooving and related turning operations

Compatibility

Designed for use in EG-series clamp-style grooving toolholders that accept size 2 EG-P-GUP-Inch inserts. Verify toolholder insert pocket specifications before installation to confirm proper seating and clamping.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machining or toolroom personnel familiar with indexable insert tooling on CNC or manual turning equipment. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before seating or indexing the insert. Ensure the insert pocket and clamp seating surfaces are clean and free of chips before clamping. Do not exceed the toolholder manufacturer's recommended feed and speed parameters for this insert style and grade.