PARTING & GROOVING

Parting & Grooving Inserts

Indexable inserts for parting, cut-off, grooving, profiling and related turning operations.

Select the insert by machining operation, groove or cut width, insert geometry, workpiece material, grade, chip-control requirement and holder compatibility. Correct insert selection helps improve cutting stability, chip evacuation, dimensional consistency and tool life.

INSERT SELECTION

Choose by Operation

Start with the machining operation, then confirm width, depth capability and compatible holder system.

PARTING / CUT-OFF Separate the Component

Select an insert width and geometry suitable for cut-off depth, material, chip evacuation and required surface condition.

EXTERNAL GROOVING Machine External Grooves

Match insert width, corner geometry and cutting depth to the groove specification and holder system.

PROFILING Contours & Relief Features

Use suitable profiling geometry where side cutting, contouring or relief access is required.

DIFFICULT MATERIALS Heat & Edge Control

Select grade and geometry carefully for stainless steel, heat-resistant alloys and other difficult-to-machine materials.

SELECTION FACTORS

Check the Complete Insert Setup

Insert width, geometry, grade and holder compatibility must work together as one cutting system.

01 Groove / Cut Width

Match insert width to the finished groove width or required parting width.

02 Insert Geometry

Select geometry according to parting, grooving, profiling, feed and chip-control requirements.

03 Maximum Cutting Depth

Confirm the insert and holder system can reach the required groove depth or cut-off diameter safely.

04 Workpiece Material

Match the insert grade to steel, stainless steel, cast iron, non-ferrous materials or difficult alloys.

05 Grade & Coating

Choose carbide substrate and coating according to material, cutting speed, stability and required tool life.

06 Holder Compatibility

Confirm the insert fits the selected holder, blade or grooving system before ordering.

CHIP CONTROL

Match Geometry to Feed & Cutting Conditions

Narrow parting and grooving operations depend heavily on effective chip formation and chip evacuation.

LIGHT CUTTING Sharp Geometry

Lower cutting-force geometries can improve stability and finish in lighter cuts and less rigid setups.

GENERAL PURPOSE Balanced Edge Strength

Use a general-purpose geometry where edge strength, chip control and tool life need to remain balanced.

HEAVIER CUTTING Stronger Cutting Edge

Stronger geometries are preferred where feed, cutting load or interrupted conditions are higher.

GRADE SELECTION

Match the Insert to the Workpiece Material

Final grade availability depends on the selected insert series and manufacturer.

Steel

Select a grade designed for stable steel cutting, suitable speed and required tool life.

Stainless Steel

Prioritise edge toughness, chip control and resistance to heat and built-up edge.

Difficult-to-Machine Materials

Use suitable geometry and grade for high cutting temperature, work hardening and demanding chip control.

Aluminium / Non-Ferrous

Use sharp, low-friction geometries where suitable for non-ferrous grooving and profiling applications.

QUICK SELECTION

Practical Insert Selection

Narrow Grooves

Use the narrowest practical insert that still provides sufficient edge strength and process stability.

Deep Parting

Prioritise edge strength, chip evacuation, holder rigidity and coolant delivery.

Profiling

Select geometry that allows side cutting, contour access and smooth directional changes.

Difficult Materials

Match grade, geometry and cutting data carefully to control heat and maintain tool life.

AVAILABLE INSERTS

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Compare available insert styles, widths, geometries, material applications and pricing below.