Indexable inserts - an essential tool for machining applications
In machining manufacturing processes such as drilling, turning and milling, cutting tools such as lathe tools and cutting inserts are responsible for removing material from the material to be machined. Indexable inserts for turning and milling components usually have several cutting edges and are screwed or clamped into tool holders such as turning tools and milling cutters. Their efficiency depends heavily on the set cutting speed, which is crucial for the effective cutting of metals and other materials.
Indexable inserts made of carbide, polycrystalline diamond (PCD) or polycrystalline cubic boron nitride offer excellent wear resistance. Coatings with hard materials such as titanium carbide or titanium nitride also increase heat resistance. To extend service life and protect against premature wear, the cutting edges of indexable inserts on the shop floor are designed with a radius of 0.1 mm to 1.6 mm. The correct settings and the correct cutting speed are of crucial importance.
Our range includes indexable inserts certified according to DIN ISO 1832 for various machining applications in different shapes and sizes, such as thread cutting, grooving or thread turning.
Insert shape, cutting edge length and tolerances - choose the right inserts
The selection of the right indexable insert for the specific application is based on the ISO marking in our online shop. This provides information about tolerances, machining and fastening features as well as plate shape, cutting direction and cutting edge length. The tool must always be harder than the workpiece to be machined, such as steel. We will be happy to assist you in selecting the optimum indexable insert.
Depending on the workpiece to be machined, the indexable inserts are positioned in the tool holder to generate the appropriate clearance angle. Positive inserts have a relief angle greater than 0°, while negative inserts have a relief angle of 0°.
The advantages of the indexable insert
Indexable inserts offer the advantage over traditional inserts that they can simply be turned and used with the other side when they wear out. When the cutting edges are worn, the insert is first turned in the insert and then replaced without having to replace the entire tool. This method allows you to save costs by only reordering the inserts instead of replacing the entire tool.
Due to their chip breakers, indexable inserts produce short-breaking chips during machining, which optimizes chip evacuation and minimizes the risk of damage or injury to the tool, workpiece and operator.
Buy excellent indexable inserts from METAV
The high-quality products for drilling, reaming, milling and turning in our METAV shop impress with their hardness, sharpness and wear resistance and offer users sustainable added value. Simply order online and have your indexable inserts conveniently delivered to your home in no time at all. If you have any questions about our products, please feel free to email us or simply give us a call. With us you will receive friendly advice from experienced experts!