Seco 00018284 Turning Insert CP500 Solid Carbide Lcmf

Product Description

The SECO 00018284 is a solid carbide multi-directional turning insert engineered for precision grooving and turning operations across a wide range of workpiece materials. Built from micrograin solid carbide in the CP500 manufacturer grade, this insert carries a PVD-applied TiAlN/TiN coating that extends tool life under demanding cutting conditions. It features a neutral hand orientation, an LCMF insert style, and the MP chipbreaker geometry, making it suitable for controlled chip evacuation during finish and semi-finish passes. The double-ended design maximizes insert utilization. Machinists and CNC operators in job shops and production environments rely on this insert for consistent performance in multi-directional turning applications.

The 00018284 is designed for use in MDT-series multi-directional turning toolholders. It is appropriate for both roughing and finishing passes on a variety of workpiece material types, including hardened materials (H), cast iron (K), stainless steel (M), non-ferrous materials (N), steel (P), and heat-resistant superalloys (S). Its full radius geometry and 7-degree relief angle make it well suited for grooving, profiling, and turning operations where versatile cutting direction capability is required on CNC lathes and turning centers.

Key Features

• CP500 micrograin solid carbide substrate with PVD TiAlN/TiN coating for extended wear resistance
• MP chipbreaker geometry supports controlled chip formation during finish and semi-finish cuts
• Full radius insert design enables multi-directional cutting paths
• Double-ended configuration provides two usable cutting edges per insert
• Neutral hand orientation fits standard MDT-series toolholders without side-specific positioning
• 7-degree relief angle reduces cutting forces and edge chipping on diverse workpiece materials

Compatibility

Designed for use in MDT-series multi-directional turning toolholders accepting LCMF160300-style inserts. Compatible workpiece material classifications include H, K, M, N, P, and S designations per the input data. Verify toolholder pocket specifications before installation.

Installation Notes

Insert seating and torque-down should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician following the toolholder manufacturer's clamping specifications. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the turret is indexed to a safe position before changing inserts. Inspect the insert pocket and clamping screw for wear or debris before seating a new insert. Do not exceed the recommended depth of cut or feed rate for the CP500 grade as specified in the SECO cutting data documentation for the target workpiece material.