{"product_id":"taegutec-ccmt120408pc-ct3000-high-speed-cermet-turning-insert","title":"TaeguTec CCMT120408PC CT3000 | High-Speed Cermet Turning Insert","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 CCMT120408PC CT3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003ePrecision Finishing Specialist: Achieve Mirror Surfaces with Advanced Cermet Technology\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 the most reliable for achieving high-gloss surface finishes and maintaining long-term dimensional accuracy on steel components at high speeds?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec CCMT120408PC CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is an 80° rhombic positive insert engineered with \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 Cermet\u003c\/strong\u003e technology. Cermet, a hybrid of ceramic and metallic materials, offers superior chemical stability and resistance to built-up edge (BUE) compared to standard carbide. This specific model features the \u003cstrong\u003ePC finishing chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e and a reinforced \u003cstrong\u003e0.8mm (032) corner radius\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the perfect balance between cutting edge sharpness and mechanical strength for high-speed finishing of \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Steel, Alloy Steel, and Ductile Iron\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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;\"\u003eCT3000 Cermet Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eExceptional resistance to oxidation and wear at high temperatures, ensuring long-lasting mirror-like finishes.\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;\"\u003ePC Finishing Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eSharp cutting edge designed specifically for low depths of cut, reducing radial forces and vibration.\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;\"\u003eReinforced 0.8mm Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eProvides improved edge strength for finishing passes where higher feed rates or slight interruptions are present.\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 Explanation: CCMT120408PC\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\u003eFixing\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\u003e12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e12.9mm 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\u003e04\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e4.76mm 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\u003e08\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.8mm 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\u003ePC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eChipbreaker\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;\"\u003eCCMT120408PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.8 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;\"\u003eCCMT432PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.500\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.031\"\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200 - 450 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.10 - 0.25 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlloy Steel \/ Ductile Iron\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;\"\u003e0.08 - 0.22 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 Toolholders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis insert is designed for standard \u003cstrong\u003eSCLCR\/L 12\u003c\/strong\u003e external holders and \u003cstrong\u003eS-SCLCR\/L 12\u003c\/strong\u003e boring bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; display: inline-block; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/collections\/cc-insert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrowse SCLCR 12 Toolholders →\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\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;\"\u003eProduct Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-velocity finishing of transmission shafts and hydraulic cylinders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMirror-finish turning of flange faces and precision bearing housings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing passes on ductile iron pump components for aesthetic quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision boring where dimensional stability must be maintained over long production cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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;\"\u003eMaterial Grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMachining Velocity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSurface Finish Result\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;\"\u003eHigh Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Superior gloss.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTT8125 (CVD Carbide)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium-High\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProductivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good all-rounder.\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 a member of the IMC Group, is a global innovator in metallurgical science. Our CT3000 grade represents the peak of Cermet development, offering the heat resistance of ceramics with the toughness of high-performance alloys. By choosing TaeguTec, you are utilizing South Korean precision engineering that focuses on reducing cycle times and eliminating secondary finishing processes, directly improving your shop's bottom line.\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\"Surface is like glass\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eWe switched to CT3000 for our finishing pass on 4140 steel. The gloss is unbelievable. The 0.8mm radius holds up perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Machining Solutions Inc. (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 Qualität\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eConsistent tool life across 400 parts. The PC chipbreaker makes clearing chips easy even at light DOC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Präzisionstechnik GmbH (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\"Very reliable\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eGreat for high-speed finishing. Dimensional accuracy is much better than our previous coated carbide inserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Precision Works (Italy)\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 dry machining?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eYes. Cermet has high chemical stability and performs exceptionally well in dry machining, which also helps avoid thermal shock.\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. Why use a 0.8mm radius for finishing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eThe 0.8mm radius (032) provides a stronger edge than the 0.4mm version, allowing for slightly higher feed rates while maintaining a smooth surface finish.\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💡 Material Selection Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e To achieve a \u003cstrong\u003eMirror Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e on steel components, \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 (Cermet)\u003c\/strong\u003e is significantly more effective than traditional carbide. Always prioritize high cutting speeds (Vc) to fully leverage the chemical stability of the Cermet edge.\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43373170753708,"sku":"","price":122.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_CCMT120408PC_CT3000_Cermet_Turning_Insert_for_High-Speed_Precision_Finishing_on_Steel_and_Alloy..jpg?v=1776216888","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-ccmt120408pc-ct3000-high-speed-cermet-turning-insert","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}