{"product_id":"taegutec-scmt09t308-mt-tt8020-stainless-steel-turning-insert","title":"TaeguTec SCMT09T308-MT TT8020 | Square Stainless Steel 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 SCMT09T308-MT TT8020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eAdvanced PVD Technology: The Ultimate Solution for Stainless Steel \u0026amp; High-Temp Alloys\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 square positive insert offers the most reliable edge life and chip evacuation when turning 304 or 316 stainless steel under medium loads?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec SCMT09T308-MT TT8020\u003c\/strong\u003e is an industrial specialist designed for \u003cstrong\u003eISO M (Stainless Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eISO S (Super Alloys)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eTT8020 grade\u003c\/strong\u003e features a specialized PVD coating over a tough sub-micron substrate, making it highly resistant to the work-hardening and built-up edge (BUE) typical of stainless steel. The \u003cstrong\u003eMT (Medium)\u003c\/strong\u003e chipbreaker is engineered with a positive rake angle that shears through gummy materials effortlessly, providing superior chip control even at high feed rates. This configuration is critical for maintaining dimensional accuracy in aerospace, medical, and high-end automotive parts.\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;\"\u003eHigh-Toughness TT8020 Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003ePVD coating provides a sharp, resilient edge that resists notch wear in tough-to-cut alloys.\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 Medium Chip Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eOptimized geometry for medium-duty turning, effectively managing chip flow in ductile and heat-resistant materials.\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;\"\u003eRobust 0.8mm Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eEnhanced nose radius provides increased edge strength and allows for higher feed rates without sacrificing finish.\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: SCMT09T308-MT\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\u003eS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSquare 90°\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: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; text-align: center; background: #f0f4ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e09\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e9.52mm IC\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\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\u003e08\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.8mm RE\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\u003eMT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMed Chip\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. (Inscribed Circle)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNose Radius (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;\"\u003eSCMT09T308-MT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e9.52 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;\"\u003eSCMT32.52-MT\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;\"\u003e0.031\"\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;\"\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;\"\u003eStainless Steel (M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e80 - 200 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.12 - 0.45 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSuper Alloys (S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30 - 80 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.10 - 0.35 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 SCMT 09 series insert fits standard 90° square positive holders. Compatible with: \u003cstrong\u003eSSKCR\/L 09\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eSCKCR\/L 09\u003c\/strong\u003e. For internal boring, use \u003cstrong\u003eS-SCKCR 09\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\/sc-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\u003eShop SCMT 09 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\u003eMedium-duty turning and profiling of Austenitic (304, 316) and Duplex Stainless Steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachining of aerospace-grade Super Alloys and Heat-Resistant materials (Inconel, Titanium).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal boring of stainless steel valve bodies and hydraulic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral-purpose turning in CNC job shops handling high-alloy steels.\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;\"\u003eGrade Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCoating\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\u003eTT8020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePVD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reliable All-Rounder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for stable tool life in all stainless steels.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTT9080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePVD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tough Fighter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for heavy interruptions and lower 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 is a global pioneer in tungsten carbide technology, and the SCMT 09T308-MT TT8020 represents the pinnacle of PVD engineering. We know that stainless steel is notoriously difficult due to its heat retention and work-hardening nature. By utilizing a high-resilience PVD coating paired with the MT chipbreaker, TaeguTec provides an insert that stays sharp longer and breaks chips more effectively than generic carbide. When your workflow involves high-value materials like aerospace alloys or medical-grade stainless, TaeguTec is the industry’s trusted partner for ensuring precision and minimizing scrap.\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\"Reliable Tool Life on 316SS\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eOutstanding performance on our stainless valve parts. The 0.8 radius is very robust, and we've seen a 25% increase in tool life over our previous supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Precision Fluid 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\"Perfekt für Edelstahl\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eThe MT chipbreaker is a lifesaver. No more bird-nesting on the lathe. The finish on Duplex stainless is impeccable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— CNC Werkstatt Müller (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\"Grande Qualità\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eStable edge life even when machining heat-treated stainless. The TT8020 grade is very consistent across all batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Meccanica di Precisione (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 Boring\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eWe use these primarily in our boring bars for aerospace alloys. The positive relief angle really helps reduce vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Sato Aerospace (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 TT8020 suitable for interrupted cuts?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eTT8020 has good toughness, but for heavy interrupted cuts in stainless steel, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eTT9080\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum impact resistance.\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. What is the benefit of the 0.8mm nose radius?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e0.8mm radius\u003c\/strong\u003e (08) offers more edge strength than a 0.4mm radius, making it more suitable for high feed rates and rougher skin on castings.\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\u003eTT8020\u003c\/strong\u003e for general-purpose stable stainless steel turning. For high-speed finishing in stable conditions, consider \u003cstrong\u003eTT9215\u003c\/strong\u003e to maximize productivity.\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43326538449068,"sku":"SCMT09T308MT TT8020","price":134.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_SCMT09T308-MT_TT8020_Square_PVD_Carbide_Insert_for_Stainless_Steel_Machining..jpg?v=1776393679","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-scmt09t308-mt-tt8020-stainless-steel-turning-insert","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}