{"product_id":"sumitomo-196c342-turning-insert-vnmg332egu-ac6030m-carbide","title":"Sumitomo 196C342 Turning Insert VNMG332EGU AC6030M Carbide","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SUMITOMO 196C342 is a solid carbide CVD-coated turning insert designed for precision metal cutting on CNC lathes and turning centers. It carries the ANSI designation VNMG332EGU and ISO designation VNMG160408N-GU, placing it in the VN series with a 35-degree diamond shape and neutral hand orientation. The AC6030M grade coating is applied via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) to deliver extended tool life and thermal resistance under continuous or interrupted cutting conditions. The EGU chip breaker geometry is matched to productive turning of stainless steel and similar difficult-to-machine alloys. Machinists and tooling technicians working on production turning operations will find this insert a direct-fit replacement for compatible VNMG toolholders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis insert is primarily intended for turning stainless steel workpieces, corresponding to ISO material code M. It is suited for general-purpose external and internal turning operations in production shop environments, including both roughing and finishing passes depending on depth of cut and feed rate selection. The negative rake geometry and N clearance code make it appropriate for rigid setups where consistent edge stability is required. Compatible with clamp and pin insert holding methods standard to VNMG-style toolholders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eANSI code VNMG332EGU with ISO equivalent VNMG160408N-GU for cross-reference compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAC6030M grade with CVD coating for wear resistance on stainless steel and M-group materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEGU chip breaker geometry engineered for controlled chip formation in stainless steel turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e35-degree diamond insert shape (V) with negative rake for edge stability in rigid setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeutral hand orientation fits both right-hand and left-hand toolholder configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClamp and pin holding method compatible with standard VNMG toolholders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a replacement turning insert for VNMG-style toolholders accepting a 3\/8-inch inscribed circle, 3\/16-inch thick, 35-degree diamond insert with clamp and pin holding. Conforms to ANSI and ISO 13399 standards for interchangeability verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert installation and indexing should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician with the machine powered down and the spindle locked. Use the appropriate torque wrench for the clamp screw to avoid cracking the carbide substrate — refer to the toolholder manufacturer's torque specification for the fastener size used. Inspect the insert pocket for chips or debris before seating the insert, and confirm the insert is fully seated against all locating surfaces before resuming operation. Follow shop safety procedures and machine guarding requirements when changing inserts on production turning equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: VNMG332EGU\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISO Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: VNMG160408N-GU\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: VNMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Diamond (V), 35-degree included angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: AC6030M\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Coated, CVD process\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid Carbide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e: Neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRake\u003c\/strong\u003e: Negative\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChip Breaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: EGU\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Workpiece Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stainless Steel (ISO Code M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInscribed Circle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8 inches (0.3750 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.6535 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/16 inches (0.1875 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorner Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/32 inches (0.0313 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.1500 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: M\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelief Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Holding Method\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clamp and Pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: VN\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: ANSI, ISO 13399\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: SUMITOMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 196C342\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SUMITOMO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51738178158898,"sku":"196C342","price":279.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/4f1ae353ead0aaf39579faa810b0dcb7.jpg?v=1788796617","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/sumitomo-196c342-turning-insert-vnmg332egu-ac6030m-carbide","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}