Seco 02968165 Grooving Insert CP500 Carbide 1.5mm

Product Description

The SECO 02968165 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for precision external and internal grooving operations on CNC lathes and turning centers. Manufactured to the X4 insert series standard, this right-hand insert carries a CP500 grade designation and features a PVD-applied TiAlN and TiN coating for improved wear resistance and thermal stability. The cutting width measures 1.5 mm (0.06 inches) with a maximum depth of cut of 6.5 mm (0.256 inches). A positive rake angle of 6 degrees and the MC chip breaker geometry help manage chip flow during continuous and interrupted cuts. Installation and tool selection are typically handled by machinists, CNC programmers, and tooling specialists working in production or job-shop environments.

This insert is suited for universal workpiece material applications, with a primary workpiece material code covering hard materials, cast iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous alloys, heat-resistant superalloys, and general steels. The X4 series platform supports multi-use tooling configurations, making this insert compatible with modular grooving toolholders designed to the X4 interface. The MC chip breaker geometry is optimized for controlled chip formation across a broad range of feed rates and materials common in medium to high production turning operations.

Key Features

• CP500 grade solid carbide substrate with PVD TiAlN and TiN coating for extended tool life
• 1.5 mm cutting width with a maximum depth of cut of 6.5 mm
• Positive rake angle of 6 degrees for reduced cutting forces
• MC chip breaker for reliable chip control across universal workpiece materials
• Right-hand cutting orientation for standard lathe setups
• ISO-standard insert geometry compatible with X4 series multi-use toolholders

Compatibility

Designed for use with X4 series grooving toolholders and modular turning systems that accept the X4GKR insert style with size code 25030200150.

Installation Notes

This insert is installed and indexed by qualified machinists or tooling technicians. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before changing inserts. Seat the insert fully against the pocket locating surfaces and verify clamping torque with the toolholder manufacturer specifications. Do not exceed the maximum depth of cut or feed parameters established in the cutting data for the CP500 grade.