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
  • 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