Chipbreaker Selection

T-Type G-Type

  • Optimal performance in a wide range of
  • Efficient chipbreaker for narrow width grooves

materials and cutting conditions Width range: 1-2.3 mm

  • High efficiency in full grooving, partial
  • No option for turning

grooving and turning applications

  • Utility inserts only
  • Width range External: 2.39-6.35 mm

General Use

P-Type

  • Very “open” geometry
  • Medium to high feed in turning and grooving
  • Large variety of standard sizes
  • Precision ground inserts only
  • Width range External: 2.39-6.35 mm Internal: 2.39-6.35 mm

Y-Type

  • General use in grooving and turning
  • Positive top rake reduces cutting forces
  • Excellent for long shafts
  • Eliminates vibrations
  • Both precision ground and utility inserts
  • Width range External: 8-20 mm

F-Type

  • First choice in grooving
  • Low to medium feeds in grooving and turning
  • Both precision ground and utility inserts
  • Width range External: 3.0-10 mm Internal: 3-6 mm

HG-Y-Type

  • General use in grooving and turning
  • Efficient for a wide range of materials and cutting conditions
  • Utility inserts only
  • Width range External: 3-6.35 mm Internal: 3-6.35 mm