Tungaloy Carbide Inserts: Tungaloy founded in, 30–50% Lower Cost than OEM
1929-founded Japanese manufacturer of turning, milling, threading, and grooving inserts. ISO 9001 certified, IMC Group company. In stock at CNCHome-Beyond Hangzhou warehouse, ships in 3-7 days.
About Tungaloy
Tungaloy Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of tungsten carbide cutting tools, founded in 1929 in Iwaki, Japan. Tungaloy joined the IMC Group (International Metalworking Companies) in 2002, sharing R&D, coating technology, and global distribution with Iscar and TaeguTec. The brand is recognized for its AH-series steel grade family, the TunGForce high-feed milling concept, and the TungCap and TungTurn product lines.
CNCHome-Beyond (Super Industrial Trading) is an authorized distributor of genuine Tungaloy inserts. Every Tungaloy product we ship is sourced directly from Tungaloy Japan and traceable by lot number, so you get original Japanese quality at 30-50% below the OEM list price, with consolidated shipping from our Hangzhou warehouse.
- 1929 — Tungaloy founded in Iwaki, Japan
- 1970s — Launched the TungCap face-milling system
- 1990s — Expanded into indexable turning and threading inserts
- 2002 — Joined the IMC Group; integrated with Iscar and TaeguTec
- Today — Top-tier global carbide insert brand with strong Asia-Pacific presence
Browse the full Tungaloy product catalog on our store, or request a free Tungaloy PDF catalog.
Tungaloy Product Lines
Tungaloy's mega menu on cnchome-beyond groups its indexable inserts into five product lines. All families share the same Japanese production line, ISO 9001 quality system, and the proprietary AH-series CVD/PVD coating technology. Note: Tungaloy collection handles all use a tungaloy-{type}-inserts-{iso-codes} prefix pattern (rather than the more common suffix pattern), and embed ISO geometry codes (CCMT, CNMG, LNMU, etc.) directly in the handle for SEO.
Positive Turning Inserts
CCMT, DCMT, RCMT, TCMT, VCMT-style 7-degree clearance inserts with a hole for top clamp. Best for small parts, slender shafts, and finishing operations. Available in AH-series grades with chipbreakers for roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing.
Negative Turning Inserts
CNMG, WNMG, DNMG, TNMG, VNMG, SNMG-style 0-degree clearance inserts with strong edge geometry. Best for OD turning, facing, profiling, copy turning, and heavy roughing. The workhorse of Tungaloy's turning line.
Milling Inserts
APMT, LPMH-style inserts for face milling, shoulder milling, profile milling, and high-feed milling. Compatible with Tungaloy TungMill and TunGForce tool bodies.
Grooving Inserts
TungCut and TetraForce style inserts for face grooving, OD grooving, internal grooving, and parting off. Widths from 1.0 mm to 6.0 mm with rigid clamping for chatter-free cuts. The TungCut system uses a single toolholder that accepts both grooving and threading inserts, reducing inventory.
Threading Inserts
TungThread-style partial-profile and full-profile threading inserts (16ER / 16IR / 22ER series) for metric, UNC, UNF, BSPT, NPT, and trapezoidal threads. Available in both external and internal geometries, with a strong-edge design for tough materials like Inconel and duplex stainless.
Not sure which insert fits your setup? Try the Insert Grade Cross-Reference Tool to look up a specific Tungaloy grade or find a cross to a Mitsubishi / Sandvik / Kyocera grade.
Popular Tungaloy Grades
Tungaloy grade families use the AH prefix, with the middle digit hinting at the application: AH6xx (steel P-grade CVD), AH7xx (stainless M-grade CVD), AH3xx (cast iron K-grade CVD), and GT95xx (cermet). Here are the most-requested grades stocked at CNCHome-Beyond:
Need a grade not listed? Use the Mitsubishi Grade Cross-Reference Tool or the general cross-reference to look up any Tungaloy grade, or chat on WhatsApp for a 24-hour recommendation from our engineers.
Why Source Tungaloy from CNCHome-Beyond
100% Original Production
Every insert ships with full lot traceability documentation. We do not sell relabeled or refurbished tools.
30–50% Lower than OEM List
Direct-from-factory pricing plus our Hangzhou warehouse consolidation. Same insert, lower invoice, no middleman markup.
Stock & Fast Ship
Most popular CNMG, WNMG, DNMG, TNMG, APMT, threading, and grooving geometries are stocked in Hangzhou. DHL / UPS / FedEx 3–7 day delivery to 50+ countries.
24h Engineering Support
Send us your workpiece material, machine, and cutting parameters — our specialists recommend the right Tungaloy grade and chipbreaker within one business day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tungaloy as good as Sandvik, Mitsubishi, or Iscar?
Yes. Tungaloy is a top-tier global carbide insert brand and a member of the IMC Group since 2002. Many Tungaloy grades are direct equivalents to Sandvik GC4325, Mitsubishi US7020, and Iscar IC8150 in steel, stainless, and cast iron. Use our cross-reference tools to compare specific grades.
Where are Tungaloy inserts made?
All genuine Tungaloy inserts are manufactured in Japan (Tungaloy Corporation, headquartered in Iwaki, with major production in Iwaki and other Japanese facilities). Products sold on CNCHome-Beyond are sourced directly from Tungaloy Japan with full lot traceability.
What is the relationship between Tungaloy and the IMC Group?
Tungaloy joined the IMC Group (International Metalworking Companies) in 2002. IMC is the same holding company that owns Iscar and TaeguTec, so the three brands share R&D, coating technology, and global distribution while maintaining independent brand catalogs and grade families.
What is the smallest order I can place?
For sample evaluation, you can order 5 to 10 pieces per item. Mixed SKUs are allowed in a single shipment. Production orders of 1,000+ pieces qualify for additional volume pricing.
Do you carry the full Tungaloy catalog?
We stock the most popular CNMG, WNMG, DNMG, TNMG, VNMG, SNMG, APMT, LPMH, threading, and grooving geometries. For less common items, lead time from Tungaloy Japan is typically 2 to 3 weeks via air freight.
What is the warranty on Tungaloy inserts?
All Tungaloy products carry Tungaloy's standard 6-month manufacturing warranty plus CNCHome-Beyond's 6-month quality guarantee. If an insert fails under normal recommended cutting parameters, we replace or credit.
Get a Tungaloy Quote
Send us your insert grade, geometry, and quantity — our engineering team replies within 24 hours with stock availability and pricing.