Seco 00731878 Grooving Insert CP500 Solid Carbide Snap Tap

Product Description

The SECO 00731878 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for external threading and grooving operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Built to the 10NR insert style in the Snap Tap series, it carries a CP500 manufacturer grade with a PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN dual coating for wear resistance across a wide range of workpiece materials. The insert features a right-hand cutting orientation, a 0.068 inch cutting width, and a maximum depth of cut of 0.068 inches. With an inscribed circle of 0.25 inches and an overall length of 0.3543 inches, it is held in place by a clamp-style insert seat. This insert is installed by machinists and CNC setup technicians in production and job-shop environments.

The 00731878 is suited for grooving and snap-ring groove applications on turned parts across a broad range of materials. The primary workpiece material classification is universal, covering material codes H, K, M, N, O, P, and S, which correspond to hardened materials, cast iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, heat-resistant superalloys, and general steels. The FG chip breaker geometry supports controlled chip flow during shallow grooving passes. It is a single-use, non-multi-use insert sold individually with a minimum order quantity of 2.

Key Features

• CP500 grade micrograin solid carbide substrate for thermal stability and edge integrity
• PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN dual coating for extended tool life across universal workpiece materials
• 0.068 inch cutting width with 0.068 inch maximum depth of cut
• FG chip breaker geometry for controlled chip evacuation during grooving
• Right-hand cutting orientation, clamp-held in a 10-series insert seat
• ISO-standard insert conforming to 10NR insert style in the Snap Tap series

Compatibility

Designed for use with Snap Tap series clamping toolholders that accept a 10-series insert seat with a 0.25 inch inscribed circle. Confirm toolholder compatibility with the 10NR insert style before ordering.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or CNC technician. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before seating or replacing the insert. Use the appropriate torx or hex key to secure the clamp to the specified toolholder seat without over-torquing the clamp screw. Verify insert orientation and seating before resuming cutting operations.