Seco 02960384 Turning Insert CCMT21.50.5-F1 TP2501 Carbide

Product Description

The SECO 02960384 is a solid carbide turning insert in the CCMT-F1 series, designed for precision metal cutting in CNC and manual turning operations. It carries the TP2501 manufacturer grade and features a multilayer CVD Duratomic coating of TiCN, Al2O3, and Cr for extended tool life and heat resistance at the cutting edge. The insert has a diamond 80-degree shape with a neutral hand orientation, a 7-degree relief angle, and a sharp cutting edge style with a positive rake. With 2 cutting edges per insert and a screw-type holding method, it delivers consistent performance across high-volume turning runs. Licensed machinists and CNC tooling specialists working in steel and stainless steel applications will recognize this as a workhorse general-purpose insert.

This insert is suited for boring, facing, and turning operations on steel (ISO P material code), stainless steel (ISO M), and cast iron (ISO K). It is a multi-tipped insert appropriate for production environments where tool change frequency and cost-per-edge matter. The F1 chip breaker geometry promotes controlled chip evacuation in light to medium depth-of-cut passes. The ISO code is CCMT060202-F1 and the industry standard number is CCMT21.50.5-F1, making cross-referencing with toolholder catalogs straightforward. Recommended material grades are P10, P20, P30, and P35, covering a wide range of steel machinability classes.

Key Features

• CVD Duratomic multilayer coating: TiCN, Al2O3, and Cr for wear and thermal resistance
• Diamond 80-degree insert shape with 7-degree relief angle and positive rake
• F1 chip breaker geometry for controlled chip flow in steel turning
• 2 cutting edges per insert; screw-type holding method for secure seating
• Multi-use geometry supports boring, facing, and turning on a single insert style
• Compliant with ANSI and ISO standards; ISO code CCMT060202-F1

Compatibility

Designed for use in CCMT-compatible toolholders accepting a 1/4-inch inscribed circle, 7-degree clearance angle (clearance code C), tolerance code M insert. Primary workpiece material is steel; secondary workpiece materials are stainless steel and cast iron.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC tooling technicians following shop safety lockout-tagout procedures before any insert change. Seat the insert fully against the toolholder pocket and tighten the retaining screw to the torque value specified by the toolholder manufacturer. Inspect the cutting edge and chip breaker for seating uniformity before resuming the cut. Do not use a damaged or improperly seated insert, as it can cause workpiece damage or ejection hazard.