
Grooving tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
Ground insert clamps into unique insert pocket and provides high rigidity as well as repeatability.
Applications & Features
Applications
Features
1. Unique 3-point clamping system
The unique pocket design provides accurate indexing repeatability of the cutting edge height.
2. Ground or molded chip breakers
Enhanced lineup for greater flexibility
3. Expedited delivery service for special grooving insert
Inserts & Grades
Inserts
TetraMiniCut Grooving and Parting-off Inserts (Grooving width 0.33 – 3.0 mm)
- Rigid grooving tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
TetraForceCut Grooving and Parting-off Inserts (Grooving width 0.5 – 3.18 mm)
- Rigid grooving tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
TetraMiniCut Threading Inserts (Pitch 0.4 – 3.0 mm)
- Rigid threading tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
Grades
AH7025
- P20 – P30 / M20 – M30 / S15 – S25
- Excellent wear resistance and high rigidity
- First choice for grooving of various materials
AH725
- P15 – P30 / M15 – M30 / K25 – K30 / S15 – S25
- Good balance between wear and chipping resistance
- Suitable for machining steel and stainless steel under general cutting conditions
SH725
- P20 – P30 / M20 – M30
- High wear resistance
- Designed for machining steel and stainless steel
Toolholders
Grooving & Parting
TetraMiniCut Grooving and Parting-off Holders
Rigid grooving and threading tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
Grooving & Parting
TetraForceCut Grooving and Parting-off Holders
Rigid grooving and threading tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
Thread Holders
TetraMiniCut Threading Holders
Rigid grooving and threading tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
Other
TetraForceCut / TetraMiniCut Tooling System
Rigid grooving and threading tools with 4 cutting-edge insert
Practical examples
Example #1
General Engineering
Part: | Shaft stator |
Material: | S45C / C45 |
Toolholder: | STCR2525-27 |
Insert: | TCS27-200-020 |
Grade: | AH725 |
Cutting conditions: | Vc = 210 (m/min) f = 0.15 (mm/rev) CDX = 2 (mm) CW = 2 (mm) Application: External grooving Coolant: Wet Machine: NC lathe |

Example #2
Automotive Industry
Part: | Input shaft |
Material: | SCr420 / 20Cr4 |
Toolholder: | STCR2525Z18 |
Insert: | TCG18R150-020 |
Grade: | AH7025 |
Cutting conditions: | Vc = 100 (m/min) f = 0.08 (mm/rev) CDX = 2.1 (mm) CW = 2 (mm) Application: External grooving Coolant: Wet Machine: NC lathe |

Example #3
Miniature / Electronic Industry
Part: | Spool shaft |
Material: | S45C / C45 |
Toolholder: | STCR1010X18 |
Insert: | TCP18R200F-010 |
Grade: | SH725 |
Cutting conditions: | Vc = 43 (m/min) f = 0.10 (mm/rev) CDX= 1.5 / 1.1 (mm/min) CW = 2 / 2.5 (mm) Application: External grooving Coolant: Wet Machine: Swiss lathe |
