{"product_id":"taegutec-scmt120404-mt-ct3000-cermet-finishing-insert","title":"TaeguTec SCMT120404-MT CT3000 | Square Cermet Finishing 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 SCMT120404-MT CT3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003ePrecision Cermet Technology: The Professional Standard for Mirror-Finish Steel Turning\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 is best for achieving a high-gloss finish on alloy steel while maintaining high cutting speeds and tight tolerances?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec SCMT120404-MT CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is the industrial answer for precision \u003cstrong\u003eISO P (Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e finishing. Unlike traditional carbide, the \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 Cermet grade\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ceramic + Metal) possesses a low affinity for steel, which prevents the material from welding to the edge. This virtually eliminates built-up edge (BUE) and results in a superior surface Ra value. The \u003cstrong\u003eMT (Medium)\u003c\/strong\u003e chipbreaker is geometry-optimized to control chips even at low depths of cut, ensuring a clean workpiece. With its \u003cstrong\u003e0.4mm radius\u003c\/strong\u003e, this insert is the go-to choice for CNC operators who require dimensional perfection and a high-aesthetic finish.\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 Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eHigh chemical stability and heat resistance allow for faster cutting speeds than standard carbide.\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;\"\u003eSuperior Surface Integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eThe non-stick nature of cermet ensures a mirror-like finish, reducing the need for secondary polishing.\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;\"\u003ePrecision 0.4mm RE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003eDesigned for high-accuracy finishing passes where dimensional stability is critical over long production runs.\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: SCMT120404-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\u003e12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e12.7mm 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\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\u003e04\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.4mm 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;\"\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;\"\u003eSCMT120404-MT\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;\"\u003e4.76 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;\"\u003eSCMT431-MT\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;\"\u003e0.187\"\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 (P)\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;\"\u003e0.05 - 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 (P)\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 - 0.18 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 12 series cermet insert fits standard 90° square positive holders. Compatible with: \u003cstrong\u003eSSKCR\/L 12\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSCKCR\/L 12\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eS-SCKCR 12\u003c\/strong\u003e series boring bars for internal steel finishing.\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\u003eBrowse SCMT 1204 Holders →\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-speed finishing of carbon and alloy steel components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision turning of automotive geared components and valve parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachining of aerospace fasteners where surface Ra is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-efficiency CNC operations requiring dimensional stability.\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 Material Grade Benchmark\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;\"\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePrimary Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCT3000\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\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best surface quality and precision.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTT8115\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCVD Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continuous turning with high wear resistance.\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 and cermet technology, and the SCMT 120404-MT CT3000 is a testament to our precision engineering. We understand that in finishing operations, \"good enough\" is not an option. By utilizing our proprietary cermet substrate, we provide a tool that stays sharper longer than standard carbide, specifically during high-speed, light-depth passes. The MT chipbreaker is the result of thousands of hours of field testing, ensuring that your machine runs smoother and your parts look better. When you choose TaeguTec, you choose industrial excellence.\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 Every Time\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eWe use CT3000 for finishing precision shafts. The surface quality is incredible, often saving us a grinding step.\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\"Exzellente Standzeit\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eVery stable tool life in alloy steel. The MT chipbreaker works flawlessly even at low feed rates. Top quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Schmidt CNC-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\"Qualità Superiore\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eExcellent resistance to built-up edge. It maintains dimensional accuracy over long batches perfectly.\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\"Sharp and Reliable\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eA very sharp edge that cuts beautifully. Predictable wear patterns make production planning much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall style=\"color: #777;\"\u003e— Sato Precision Works (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. When should I choose Cermet over Carbide?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eCermet (CT3000)\u003c\/strong\u003e when your priority is surface finish and dimensional accuracy during light-duty finishing passes on steel.\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 interrupted cutting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eCermet is more brittle than carbide. For interrupted cuts or roughing, we recommend a tough carbide grade like \u003cstrong\u003eTT8125\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\u003c\/strong\u003e for the highest gloss finishing. If your application involves unstable setups or heavy removal, \u003cstrong\u003eTT8125\u003c\/strong\u003e is the more durable choice.\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43326543560876,"sku":"SCMT120404MT CT3000","price":127.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_SCMT120404-MT_CT3000_Square_Cermet_Insert_for_Precision_Steel_Finishing..jpg?v=1776396464","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-scmt120404-mt-ct3000-cermet-finishing-insert","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}