Geometry overview of turning inserts Walter negative basic shape Finishing Geometry Remarks / field of applications Workpiece material group P M

Geometry overview of turning inserts Walter negative basic shape Finishing Geometry Remarks / field of applications Workpiece material group P M K N S H O Cut Main cutting edge Cut Corner radius mm f inch mm SR Finishing application High positive cutting angle First choice on high-temp and stainless material Produces excellent surface finishes .004 .060 .10 1.52 .002 .010 .05 .25 F5 Finishing to medium machining High positive cutting angle Low cutting forces ideal for soft materials, work hardening materials Medium machining C5 General purpose / light roughing application Double positive rake angles Excellent for high-temperature alloys Superior chip-control at light feeds rates .012 .200 .30 .5.0 .002 .016 .05 .40 .025 .200 .64 5.08 .006 -.022 .13 .56 M2 Semi-finishing to light roughing High positive cutting angle Low cutting forces ideal for soft materials, work hardening materials .016 .160 0.4 4.0 .004 .016 .10 .40 M4 Multi-purpose geometry for machining of sticky materials Roughing R3 Roughing applications Neutral land for strong edge Suitable for interrupted cuts Medium to high feed rates and depths of cut .039 .235 1.0 6.0 .006 .020 .15 .50 .039 .315 1.0 8.0 .008 .028 .20 .70 Primary application Other application Comment cross-sections show CNMG 432 120408 or CNMA 432 120408 ap inch A 447 Technical information Turning WALTER Valenite