Seco 02956336 Turning Insert SCMT432-M5 TP2501 Carbide

Product Description

The SECO 02956336 is a solid carbide turning insert in the SCMT-M5 series, designed for external and internal turning operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries the SCMT432-M5 industry standard designation and uses the TP2501 manufacturer grade with a Duratomic CVD coating stack of TiCN, Al2O3, and Cr. The square insert geometry delivers a 90-degree included angle, a 7-degree relief angle (clearance code C), and a 0.0315-inch corner radius with a chamfered and honed cutting edge. Four usable cutting edges are available per insert. Licensed HVAC techs installs industrial turning inserts are fit for machining operations run by machinists and CNC operators in production and job-shop environments.

This insert is suited for roughing to semi-finishing passes in steel, stainless steel, and cast iron workpiece materials, corresponding to ISO material codes P, M, and K. The M5 chip breaker geometry and positive rake promote reliable chip control across those material groups. Typical applications include boring, facing, and turning operations. The insert mounts via screw-clamp holding method and is sized at a 0.5000-inch inscribed circle with an insert length of 0.5000 inches and thickness of 0.1874 inches, fitting standard SCMT-style toolholders.

Key Features

• Duratomic CVD coating (TiCN, Al2O3, Cr) for wear resistance in steel and stainless steel cutting
• Four cutting edges per insert for extended tool life economy
• M5 chip breaker geometry supports positive rake and controlled chip formation
• Chamfered and honed cutting edge style reduces micro-chipping at entry
• Screw-clamp holding method ensures secure, repeatable seating in the toolholder pocket
• Conforms to both ANSI and ISO standards (ISO code SCMT120408-M5)

Compatibility

Designed as a screw-clamp replacement insert for SCMT-style toolholders accepting a 0.5000-inch inscribed circle square insert. Compatible with boring, facing, and turning applications in steel (P10, P20, P30, P35), stainless steel, and cast iron workpiece materials. Maximum depth of cut is 0.4685 inches.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC tooling technicians. Ensure the machine spindle is stopped and the toolholder pocket is clean and free of chips before seating the insert. Tighten the clamp screw to the toolholder manufacturer-specified torque using the appropriate Torx or hex key. Inspect the cutting edge and chip breaker orientation before resuming cutting operations.