Seco 02823042 Grooving Insert CP500 Solid Carbide X4

Product Description

The SECO 02823042 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for external grooving and turning operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries the CP500 manufacturer grade with a PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN coating finish, delivering wear resistance across a broad range of workpiece materials. The insert features a 0.094 inch cutting width, a maximum depth of cut of 0.256 inches, and a positive rake geometry. It is a double-ended insert mounted via a clamp-style holder, making it suitable for high-volume production environments where consistent tool life matters. Machinists and CNC operators in precision machining and metalworking shops are the primary installers of this insert.

This insert is rated for universal primary workpiece material compatibility, covering material groups H, K, M, N, O, P, and S per ISO classification. It belongs to the SECO X4 series and is built for applications requiring controlled chip evacuation in grooving passes. The MC chip breaker geometry supports consistent chip formation across these material groups. It fits applications in both light and medium-duty grooving where depth of cut typically falls in the 0.200 to 0.300 inch range. It is sold in packages of one insert with a minimum order quantity of two.

Key Features

• CP500 grade solid carbide construction with micrograin material grade for edge toughness
• PVD-coated TiAlN and TiN finish for extended wear resistance across universal material groups
• 0.094 inch cutting width with a 0.007 inch corner radius for precise groove geometry
• Positive rake angle with MC chip breaker for controlled chip formation
• Double-ended insert design maximizes insert utilization per unit
• Clamp-style insert holding method for secure, repeatable seating in X4 series toolholders

Compatibility

Designed for use with SECO X4 series clamp-style grooving toolholders. The MSC and manufacturer cross-reference number for this insert is X4GK 2503019-A0094R/LN. Compatible with ISO-standard tooling systems accepting the X4GK insert style in size code 2503019-A0094RN.

Installation Notes

Insert replacement should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician with the machine fully stopped, spindle locked, and power isolated per shop lockout-tagout procedures. Use the appropriate torx or clamping key specified for the X4 series holder to secure the insert without overtightening the clamp screw. Inspect the insert pocket and clamp for wear or debris before seating a new insert. Do not operate the insert beyond its stated maximum depth of cut range.