Chipbreaker Selection

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

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

G-Type

  • Efficient chipbreaker for narrow width grooves
  • Width range: 1 - 2.3 mm
  • No option for turning

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

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