Kennametal 7096875 Grooving Insert Carbide 0.25 in

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 7096875 is a carbide grooving insert designed for external grooving and turning operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Part of the Beyond Evolution series, this insert features a GUP chip breaker geometry with a positive rake angle and AlTiN coating for improved wear resistance and thermal stability at elevated cutting speeds. The 0.25-inch cutting width and neutral hand orientation make it a versatile choice for standard grooving applications. It is held in place using a clamp-style toolholder and is compatible with ER-P-GUP-Inch insert style seats. Manufactured in grade KCU10B, this insert is suited for a range of workpiece materials where consistent chip control and edge retention are priorities.

This insert is used in production and job-shop turning environments on manual and CNC lathes. It fits into the ER-P-GUP-Inch toolholder series at size code 6 and is appropriate for external grooving, profiling, and face grooving applications where a 0.25-inch groove width is required. The neutral hand orientation allows use in either direction of cut, which adds flexibility during setup. The GUP chip breaker geometry is optimized for medium-feed grooving passes where chip evacuation and part finish are critical. This insert is sold individually per package, with a minimum order quantity of 10 units.

Key Features

• AlTiN coating improves thermal resistance and extends tool life at higher cutting speeds
• GUP chip breaker geometry promotes reliable chip control in medium-feed grooving
• Positive rake angle reduces cutting forces and heat generation at the cutting edge
• Clamp-style insert holding provides secure seating and repeatable indexing
• Neutral hand allows bidirectional use without changing toolholder setup
• Multi-use tool designation supports grooving and profiling in a single insert style

Compatibility

Designed for use with ER-P-GUP-Inch style clamp-type grooving toolholders at insert size code 6. Confirm toolholder seat geometry and clamping style before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician with the machine powered down and in an E-stop or locked-out state before insert exchange. Seat the insert fully into the toolholder pocket and verify the clamp is tightened securely before resuming cutting. Inspect the insert seat for chips or debris that could affect seating accuracy. Follow the toolholder manufacturer specifications for clamp torque and do not exceed recommended depth-of-cut or feed rates for the grade and geometry combination.