{"product_id":"taegutec-dcmt11t304mt-ct3000-cermet-finishing-insert","title":"TaeguTec DCMT11T304MT 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;\"\u003eTaeguTec DCMT11T304MT CT3000\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eElite Cermet Technology: Achieving Mirror-Like Surface Finishes in Steel\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 grade is most effective for high-gloss finishing and semi-finishing in carbon and alloy steels without the need for secondary grinding?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec DCMT11T304MT CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is the ultimate solution for \u003cstrong\u003eISO P (Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e precision turning. The \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 Cermet grade\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ceramic + Metal) provides significantly higher thermal stability than tungsten carbide, allowing it to withstand high cutting temperatures while resisting built-up edge (BUE). The \u003cstrong\u003eMT (Medium-Turning)\u003c\/strong\u003e chipbreaker features a versatile geometry that bridges the gap between light finishing and semi-roughing, ensuring controlled chip breaking and preventing long, stringy chips that can damage the workpiece surface. With a \u003cstrong\u003e0.4mm corner radius\u003c\/strong\u003e, this insert provides the perfect balance of edge precision and toughness for intricate profile turning.\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 Uncoated Cermet\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eA micro-grain cermet structure that offers incredible hardness and high-temperature chemical stability for a superior surface gloss.\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;\"\u003eMT Stable Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eDesigned for semi-finishing applications, the MT breaker provides reliable chip control at moderate depths of cut and feed rates.\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;\"\u003eMirror Finish Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eCermet's low affinity for steel prevents workpiece welding, ensuring sub-micron surface Ra values and high dimensional accuracy.\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 Decoding: DCMT11T304MT\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\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e55° 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\u003e11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e9.525mm IC\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 RE\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\u003eMT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSemi-Finish\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;\"\u003eI.C. Dimension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThickness (S)\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;\"\u003eDCMT11T304MT\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;\"\u003e3.97 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;\"\u003eDCMT3(2.5)1MT\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;\"\u003e0.156\"\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;\"\u003eSpeed (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 (Low\/Med)\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;\"\u003e0.10 - 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 (Pre-hardened)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100 - 250 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.08 - 0.20 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 DCMT 11T3 insert is standard for all precision holders including \u003cstrong\u003eSDJCR\/L 11\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSDNCN 11\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eS-SDUCR\/L 11\u003c\/strong\u003e internal boring bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; display: inline-block; margin-top: 10px; background: #f0f4ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/collections\/dc-insert-internal\" 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 11-Series 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-gloss finishing of small to medium automotive transmission shafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-finishing of industrial valves and precision steel gears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing passes in mold and die components where dimensional accuracy is non-negotiable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine turning of carbon steel parts requiring high aesthetic surface quality.\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 Comparison\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 Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTechnology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBest 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;\"\u003eUncoated Cermet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highest aesthetic quality in steel.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePV3010 (Cermet)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePVD Cermet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e High wear resistance in higher speeds.\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, a member of the IMC Group, is a world-renowned leader in cutting tool technology. The CT3000 cermet series is the industry benchmark for steel finishing, engineered for the modern CNC shop that demands uncompromising precision. By integrating high-purity cermet substrates with advanced powder metallurgy, TaeguTec provides an insert that outlasts carbide in high-speed finishing while delivering a vastly superior surface gloss. When your production quality defines your brand, TaeguTec CT3000 is the tool that delivers consistent excellence, batch after batch.\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;\"\u003eGlobal Industry 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\"Eliminated Grinding\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eThe CT3000 cermet finish is so good we were able to eliminate the secondary grinding step on our shaft production. Incredible results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Precision Dynamics (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\"Perfekte Oberfläche\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eSuper stable chip control with the MT breaker. The dimensions don't drift at all even after hundreds of parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Werkzeug Technik (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\"Solid Cermet Performer\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eVery clean cuts in alloy steel. The 0.4mm radius is perfect for fine detailing. Highly recommended for finish passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Precisione Meccanica (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 Cermet better than Carbide for all steel turning?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eCermet is superior for high-speed \u003cstrong\u003efinishing\u003c\/strong\u003e because it resists chemical wear and heat better. However, for heavy roughing or interrupted cuts, Tungsten Carbide is tougher and more durable.\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 the MT breaker for light finishing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eYes. The MT breaker is an all-rounder. While the FG is specifically for ultra-light finishing, the MT handles both finishing and semi-finishing with great stability.\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 Comparison Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 Cermet\u003c\/strong\u003e when your primary goal is surface aesthetics and high speed in continuous steel cuts. If your application involves heavy interruptions or heavy stock removal, stick with a coated carbide grade like \u003cstrong\u003eTT8125\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43351796777132,"sku":"DCMT11T304MT CT3000","price":114.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_DCMT11T304MT_CT3000_Cermet_Turning_Insert_for_High-Gloss_Steel_Finishing..jpg?v=1776318419","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-dcmt11t304mt-ct3000-cermet-finishing-insert","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}