{"product_id":"taegutec-ccmt09t304fg-ct3000-cermet-steel-finishing-insert","title":"TaeguTec CCMT09T304FG CT3000 | Cermet Turning Insert for Steel Finishing","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cheader style=\"background-color: #47479f; padding: 35px 20px; border-radius: 4px; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin: 0; font-size: 26px; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eTaeguTec CCMT09T304FG CT3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eHigh-Speed Cermet Grade for Mirror-Quality Steel Finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f4f9; padding: 25px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #444; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e\"Which insert is best for high-speed finishing of carbon and alloy steels to achieve a mirror-like surface without secondary polishing?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec CCMT09T304FG CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized 80° rhombic turning insert utilizing \u003cstrong\u003eCermet (Ceramic-Metallic)\u003c\/strong\u003e technology. Unlike traditional carbide, the \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 grade\u003c\/strong\u003e offers exceptional chemical stability and resistance to built-up edge, making it the industry standard for finishing steels (ISO P). Combined with the \u003cstrong\u003eFG chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is designed for fine-to-medium finishing, this insert provides superior dimensional accuracy and a high-reflectivity surface finish that significantly reduces production costs and cycle times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eAdvanced Cermet CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eExcellent resistance to oxidation and wear at high temperatures, allowing for higher cutting speeds than conventional carbide grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eFG Precision Finishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eSpecifically engineered for light depths of cut. The FG geometry provides perfect chip control, preventing \"bird-nesting\" during continuous finishing passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eLow Friction Edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eThe uncoated cermet top face reduces material adhesion, ensuring your workpiece remains free of \"smearing\" and surface defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1em; color: #47479f;\"\u003eISO Code Breakdown: CCMT09T304FG\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; font-family: monospace; font-size: 1.1em; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e80° Rhom.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e7° Relief\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eTolerance\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eHole\/Sint.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e09\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e9.7mm L\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e3.97mm S\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center; background: #f0f4ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e04\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.4mm Rad.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center; background: #f0f4ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFinishing G\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #47479F; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUnit System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDesignation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIC (Inscribed Circle)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRadius (RE)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetric (ISO)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCCMT09T304FG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e9.525 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImperial (ANSI)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCCMT32.51FG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.375\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.016\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eRecommended Cutting Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaterial Group\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCutting Speed (Vc)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFeed Rate (fn)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCarbon Steel (P10-P20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e180 - 400 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.05 - 0.20 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlloy Steel (P15-P25)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150 - 350 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.05 - 0.15 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; border: 2px dashed #47479F; padding: 25px; text-align: center; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #47479f;\"\u003eCompatible Holders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis insert fits all standard \u003cstrong\u003eSCLCR\/L 09\u003c\/strong\u003e type toolholders and \u003cstrong\u003eS-SCLCR\/L 09\u003c\/strong\u003e internal boring bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/collections\/cc-insert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; background: rgb(71, 71, 159); padding: 12px 30px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eView Compatible Toolholders →\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Workpieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shafts, rollers, molds, and automotive transmission parts where surface reflectivity is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for use in high-precision CNC lathes, Swiss-type machines, and high-speed machining centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eTaeguTec Grade Benchmarking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSubstrate Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBest Use Case\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 (Cermet)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUncoated Ceramic-Metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highest surface quality at high speed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTT8125 (Carbide)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCVD Coated Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e General purpose steel turning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"background: #47479F; color: white; padding: 35px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: white;\"\u003eWhy Choose TaeguTec?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaeguTec, as part of the IMC Group, is a global powerhouse in South Korean industrial engineering. The CT3000 cermet grade represents the cutting edge of surface finishing science. By choosing TaeguTec, you are investing in tools designed to minimize scrap, eliminate post-processing steps, and maximize spindle time. We guarantee 100% genuine industrial performance for your most demanding precision turning tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eVerified Global Feedback\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(300px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #ffd700; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Mirror finish reached!\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eWe were able to stop polishing our 4140 shafts after switching to CT3000. The FG chipbreaker is very reliable for small finishing passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Precision Lathe Works (USA)\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #ffd700; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Top für die Serienfertigung\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eConsistent dimensions across a batch of 1,000 parts. High stability and excellent heat resistance. Fast shipping to Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— M. Schmidt (Germany)\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #ffd700; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Ottima qualità\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eGreat cermet grade. Very good at handling sticky steels. Surface reflectivity is perfect for our hydraulic valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Meccanica G. (Italy)\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #ffd700; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Consistent Results\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eTaeguTec never disappoints. The CCMT09T304FG is sharp and stays sharp through long production runs. Essential for our shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— K. Sato (Japan)\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 15px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 0;\"\u003e1. Is CT3000 suitable for interrupted cuts?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eCermet is generally more brittle than carbide. For interrupted cuts, we recommend lower feed rates or switching to a PVD coated carbide grade to prevent chipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 15px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 0;\"\u003e2. Can I use this for stainless steel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eWhile CT3000 can machine some stainless, it is primarily optimized for ISO P (Carbon and Alloy Steel). For high-performance stainless turning, PVD grades like TT5080 are more effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfooter style=\"padding: 20px; background: #eee; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 0.9em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Machining Mastery Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e When using \u003cstrong\u003eCermet CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensure high cutting speeds (Vc) to leverage its chemical stability. For the best \"mirror\" results, keep the depth of cut (Ap) within 0.5 - 1.5mm.\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43369511452844,"sku":"CCMT09T304FG CT3000","price":55.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_CCMT09T304FG_CT3000_Cermet_Insert_80_Degree_Rhombic_Precision_Steel_Finishing_Tool..jpg?v=1775889177","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-ccmt09t304fg-ct3000-cermet-steel-finishing-insert","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}