KNUX-Tungsten Carbide Turning Inserts for steel processing
KNUX tungsten carbide turning inserts are designed for efficient steel machining with a newly developed CVD coating grade that provides improved durability and longer tool life. The 55° rhombic insert geometry with specialized edge preparation supports stable cutting, while different geometries are available for finishing, medium cutting and roughing. Matching toolholders can also be supplied for complete turning applications.
1. Newly developed CVD coating grade
2. Up to 20% longer tool life
3. Durable carbide substrate
4. 55° rhombic cutting geometry
5. Specialized edge preparation
6. Suitable for steel machining
7. Finish to rough turning options
8. Matching toolholders available
Specification

| Type | Dimension | ||||
| La | L | 1.W | S | r | |
| KNUX160405R11 | 16 | 16.15 | 9.525 | 4.76 | 1.5 |
| KNUX160405L11 | 16 | 16.15 | 9.525 | 4.76 | 1.5 |
What does CNMG120408 Code mean?

- K means Rhombic shape with an 55-degree included angle and specialized edge preparation
- N means 0-degree clearance angle.
- U means the tolerance level is U level
- X means the geometry is special
- It has16mm inscribed circle diameter (approx. 0.63″ in inches), 4.76mm thick (approx. 0.187″ in inches), 0.5mm corner radius (approx. 0.02″ in inches).
- More inserts with different geometry for finishing, medium cutting and roughing are available!
- Match-able holder is also available
- Code: DKJNR/ L2020K16 DKJNR/ L2525M16 DKJNR3232P16
More carbide inserts are also available

FAQs
Q1:How to select the right insert?
A: 5 key points you need to know when choose the right tool
- Workpiece material and hardness
- Machining operation (roughing, finishing, etc.)
- Desired surface quality
- Cutting conditions (Vc, feed, depth of cut)
- Current insert grade and geometry
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