Seco 00077961 Grooving Insert CP500 0.103 in Snap Tap

Product Description

The SECO 00077961 is a solid carbide grooving insert engineered for precision threading and grooving operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Designated insert style 9NR with a CP500 micrograin carbide grade, this insert features a dual-layer PVD coating of TiAlN and TiN for extended tool life across a wide range of workpiece materials. The cutting width is 0.103 inches with a maximum depth of cut of 0.103 inches. The FG chip breaker geometry promotes controlled chip evacuation during shallow grooving passes. Licensed machinists and CNC operators install and index this insert as part of routine tooling maintenance.

This insert belongs to the SECO Snap Tap series and is suited for external grooving and threading applications on turning centers in both production and job-shop environments. The universal primary workpiece material classification covers a broad spectrum of material groups, including cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, general steel, and high-temperature alloys as indicated by material codes H, K, M, N, O, P, and S. Right-hand cutting orientation is standard for conventional lathe setups. The insert seats into a compatible Snap Tap toolholder using a clamp holding method.

Key Features

• Solid carbide CP500 micrograin grade for wear resistance and edge stability
• PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN dual-layer coating for extended tool life
• 0.103 inch cutting width with 0.103 inch maximum depth of cut
• FG chip breaker geometry for controlled chip formation during grooving
• Right-hand insert orientation for standard lathe and turning center setups
• ISO-standard insert geometry for consistent seating and indexing

Compatibility

Designed for use with compatible SECO Snap Tap series toolholders that accept insert seat size 9 and a 0.25 inch (1/4 inch) inscribed circle. Compatible across material groups coded H, K, M, N, O, P, and S per universal classification.

Installation Notes

Installation and indexing should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician with the spindle stopped and the machine in a safe, locked-out state. Confirm the insert seat and clamp are clean and free of debris before seating the insert to ensure accurate positioning. Use the toolholder manufacturer's recommended clamping torque for the clamp screw. Do not force or modify the insert seat to accommodate non-specified insert sizes.