Kyocera TCS60816 Ceramic Turning Insert CNGA432T00625

Product Description

The KYOCERA TCS60816 is a ceramic turning insert designed for high-speed machining of hard and abrasive workpiece materials. It carries the industry standard designation CNGA432T00625 and manufacturer grade A66N. The insert is manufactured from aluminum oxide (Al2O3) ceramic with a PVD-applied titanium carbide and titanium nitride (TiC/TiN) coating. With an 80-degree diamond shape, negative rake geometry, and a 0 degree relief angle (clearance code N), it is suited for stable, high-rigidity turning applications including external turning, boring, facing, internal facing, and chamfering. This insert is installed by machinists and CNC operators on production lathes and turning centers.

The TCS60816 is intended for hard material applications, corresponding to ISO material grade codes H01 and H10. These grades cover hardened steels and hard cast irons typically encountered in finish and semi-finish turning operations. The insert is part of the ISOI series and conforms to both ANSI and ISO dimensional standards. Its neutral hand orientation and four available cutting edges make it adaptable across a range of turning setups without requiring a dedicated handed toolholder.

Key Features

• Al2O3 ceramic substrate with PVD TiC/TiN coating for thermal and wear resistance in hard material cutting
• 80-degree diamond insert shape (CNGA style) provides a strong cutting edge geometry
• Four cutting edges per insert for extended tool economy
• Neutral hand insert fits a wide range of CNGA-compatible toolholders
• Compatible holding methods include clamp and pin for secure seating under high cutting forces
• Conforms to ANSI and ISO standards; ISO code CNGA120408T01525

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit insert for CNGA-style toolholders accepting a 0.5 inch inscribed circle, 80-degree diamond insert per ANSI and ISO standards. Compatible holding methods are clamp and pin.

Installation Notes

This insert is installed by qualified machinists or CNC operators. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before indexing or replacing inserts. Use the appropriate insert clamp and pin hardware rated for CNGA-style seats to ensure proper seating and prevent insert movement under cutting load. Do not exceed the maximum depth of cut specified for the toolholder and insert combination in use.