Tungaloy VBMT160408-PF Carbide Insert

Description:

The Tungaloy VBMT160408-PF Grade GT9530 carbide insert is used in CNC turning and precision metal cutting systems. Commonly installed in CNC lathes, turning centers, and automated machining equipment for finishing and light turning of steel components. Maintenance teams, machinists, and manufacturing engineers use this insert for replacement, production machining, and maintaining superior surface finishes in precision turning operations.

Applications:

The Tungaloy VBMT160408-PF Grade GT9530 carbide insert is designed for high-speed finishing of carbon and alloy steels where excellent wear resistance, low cutting forces, and outstanding surface finish are required. Its positive 35° diamond geometry, PF chipbreaker, and GT9530 coated cermet grade provide exceptional edge sharpness, reduced built-up edge, and stable chip control during continuous finishing operations. It is widely used in automotive manufacturing, hydraulic component production, precision shaft machining, aerospace components, and general CNC turning applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Tungaloy
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): VBMT160408-PF (ANSI: VBMT 332 PF)
• Grade: GT9530
• Product Type: Indexable cermet turning insert
• Insert Shape: VBMT, 35° diamond
• Insert Size: VBMT160408 (VBMT 332)
• Chipbreaker: PF (precision finishing)
• Relief Angle: 5° positive
• Corner Radius: 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
• Inscribed Circle (IC): 9.525 mm (3/8 in.)
• Insert Thickness: 4.76 mm (3/16 in.)
• Hole Diameter: 4.39 mm (0.173 in.)
• Number of Cutting Edges: 2
• Insert Material: Coated cermet
• Grade Characteristics: GT9530 high-speed finishing grade with excellent wear resistance
• Recommended Workpiece Material: Steel and alloy steel (ISO P)
• Machining Operation: Finishing and light turning
• Compatible Machines: CNC lathes and turning centers

Common Replacements:

• Tungaloy VBMT160408-PSS Grade GT9530 cermet insert
• Tungaloy VBMT160408-PF Grade NS9530 cermet insert
• Tungaloy VBMT160408-PF Grade AT9530 cermet insert