Seco 02822999 Grooving Insert CP600 Solid Carbide

Product Description

The SECO 02822999 is a solid carbide grooving insert in the X4 series, designed for precision external grooving operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries a CP600 manufacturer grade and features a PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN multilayer coating for extended tool life across a wide range of workpiece materials. The insert has a neutral hand orientation, a 0.039 inch cutting width, and a maximum depth of cut of 0.169 inches. A double-ended design maximizes usable edge count per insert, reducing tooling cost per groove. The MC chip breaker geometry is suited for controlled chip evacuation in medium-stock-removal grooving applications.

This insert is intended for use in grooving applications across universal workpiece material categories, covering cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, steel, and high-temperature alloys as indicated by material codes H, K, M, N, O, P, and S. It seats in X4-series clamp-style toolholders and is appropriate for both production and job-shop turning environments. CNC machinists and tooling technicians working in precision machining, aerospace component production, and general metal fabrication will find this insert compatible with a broad spectrum of turning cell setups.

Key Features

• CP600 grade solid carbide substrate with fine-grained material structure for rigidity and edge stability
• PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN multilayer coating for heat resistance and extended wear life
• Double-ended insert design provides two usable cutting edges per insert
• 0.039 inch cutting width with 0.002 inch corner radius for tight-tolerance groove profiles
• MC chip breaker optimized for controlled chip formation in medium grooving cuts
• Neutral rake angle of 6 degrees suits a wide range of material grades and cutting conditions
• Conforms to ISO standards for insert geometry and dimensional consistency

Compatibility

Designed for use with X4-series clamp-style toolholders that accept the X4GK insert style. Compatible with workpiece material categories H, K, M, N, O, P, and S per ISO material classification. Consult the toolholder documentation to confirm insert seat geometry before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by CNC machinists or tooling technicians. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before indexing or replacing inserts. Use the appropriate torx or hex key specified by the toolholder manufacturer to seat the clamp correctly — do not overtighten, as this can chip the carbide edge. Inspect the insert pocket for debris or damage before seating a new insert, and verify that the correct insert size code matches the toolholder specification.