
Selection Guide Chipbreaker Selection Profiling (Full radius) Y-Type • First choice in profiling • Positive top rake reduces cutting forces • Excellent for long shafts • Eliminates vibrations • Both precision ground and utility inserts GROOVE-TURN • Width range External: 3 - 12 mm Internal: 2 - 3 mm YF-Type • First choice for profiling ductile materials • Utility inserts only • Width range External: 3 - 8 mm PA-Type • First choice for profiling aluminum • High positive rake • Peripheral ground and polished top rake with a very sharp edge • Suitable also for finish operations on titanium and heat resistant alloys • Width range External: 3 - 8 mm YZ-Type • First choice for profiling ductile aluminum • Peripheral ground and polished top rake with a very sharp edge • Width range External: 3 - 8 mm H-Type • Unique chipbreaker for heavy-duty profiling • Negative T-land for extra edge toughness • Suitable for heavy interrupted cuts and cast iron machining • Width - 12 mm 223 223