Sandvik Coromant 5753168 Grooving Insert Solid Carbide

Product Description

The SANDVIK COROMANT 5753168 is a solid carbide grooving insert in the Top Lok series, designed for precision external grooving operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries a multi-layer MT-CVD coating of TiCN, Al2O3, and TiN for wear resistance and thermal stability during interrupted cuts and continuous grooving passes. The insert is left-hand oriented with a neutral rake angle of 10 degrees, a cutting width of 0.125 inches (3.17 mm), and a maximum depth of cut of 0.150 inches (3.81 mm). Grade 2135 is a coated carbide grade suited for a broad range of steel and stainless steel grooving applications.

This insert fits into Top Lok style toolholders sized for insert seat size 3. It is used in production turning environments where consistent groove geometry and tool life are required. Typical applications include external grooving, parting, and recessing on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces in both job-shop and high-volume manufacturing settings. The multi-use designation means the insert can be repositioned for additional cutting edges, reducing per-part tooling cost. ISO code TLG-3125L 2135 and catalog number TLG-3125L 2135 are the manufacturer references for cross-referencing toolholder compatibility.

Key Features

• Solid carbide substrate with MT-CVD TiCN, Al2O3, and TiN multilayer coating for extended tool life
• Left-hand insert orientation for use in right-to-left grooving setups
• Cutting width of 0.125 inches (3.17 mm) with a corner radius of 0.0075 inches (0.19 mm)
• Maximum depth of cut range of 0.150 to 0.200 inches (3.81 to 5.08 mm) depending on toolholder setup
• Neutral rake with 10-degree rake angle for balanced cutting forces
• Multi-use insert design allows repositioning to maximize usable cutting edges

Compatibility

Designed for use with Top Lok series grooving toolholders accepting insert seat size 3 and left-hand TLG-style inserts. ISO code TLG-3125L 2135 is the manufacturer reference for confirming toolholder and insert seat compatibility.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician with the machine in a locked-out, zero-energy state before indexing or replacing inserts. Use the appropriate Top Lok clamping key or wrench specified for the toolholder series to seat the insert fully and uniformly. Inspect the insert pocket and clamping screw for wear or debris before seating a new insert. Do not exceed the maximum depth of cut range specified for the toolholder and insert combination.