Seco 00071683 Mdt Turning Insert LCGN160602-0635-FG CP500

Product Description

The SECO 00071683 is a solid carbide multi-directional turning insert in the MDT series, designed for precision grooving and turning operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries the LCGN160602-0635-FG designation, indicating a neutral-hand geometry with an FG chipbreaker and CP500 manufacturer grade. The CP500 grade uses a PVD coating process over a micrograin solid carbide substrate, providing a strong cutting edge with improved wear resistance across a wide range of workpiece materials. Licensed machinists and CNC turning specialists install this insert into compatible MDT toolholders for high-accuracy material removal.

This insert is suited for single-end, neutral-hand turning and grooving applications across multiple workpiece material categories, including hardened materials, cast iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous alloys, carbon and alloy steels, and heat-resistant superalloys, as indicated by primary workpiece material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S. The FG chipbreaker geometry promotes effective chip control in finish and semi-finish turning conditions. It is typically used in production machining environments where consistent insert performance and dimensional repeatability are required.

Key Features

• CP500 grade with PVD coating over micrograin solid carbide substrate for extended tool life
• FG chipbreaker for reliable chip control in finish and semi-finish turning
• Neutral-hand insert style (LCGN) compatible with MDT series toolholders
• Cutting height of 0.177 inches with maximum cutting width of 0.250 inches (6.35 mm)
• Insert length of 0.693 inches (17.60 mm) with a 0.008-inch corner radius
• Broad material compatibility: codes H, K, M, N, P, and S workpiece materials
• Relief angle of 7 degrees for positive clearance during cut

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use insert for MDT series toolholding systems accepting LCGN160602-0635-FG style solid carbide turning inserts.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician. Power down and lock out the machine before changing inserts. Use the appropriate torx or hex key specified by the toolholder manufacturer to secure the insert clamp to the correct seating torque per the toolholder documentation. Inspect the insert pocket and clamp for wear or debris before seating the new insert to ensure proper contact and dimensional accuracy.