{"product_id":"taegutec-tdxu-4e-04-ct3000-cermet-insert-steel-mirror-finishing","title":"Taegutec TDXU 4E-0.4 CT3000 Cermet Insert for Steel Mirror Finishing (10pcs)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cheader style=\"background-color: #47479f; padding: 40px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin: 0; font-size: 26px; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eTaeguTec TDXU 4E-0.4 CT3000\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0ff; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003ePrecision 4.0mm Cermet Solution for Mirror-Finish Steel Machining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9f9fb; padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #444; font-weight: 500; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Which 4mm insert is best for achieving a mirror surface finish at high speeds in carbon steel profiling?\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec TDXU 4E-0.4 CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized multi-directional insert designed for precision finishing. Utilizing a \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 Cermet (Ceramic-Metallic)\u003c\/strong\u003e substrate, this insert offers superior chemical stability and resistance to built-up edge compared to traditional carbide. The \u003cstrong\u003eXU chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e geometry is optimized for the unique flow of cermet, ensuring excellent chip control during both radial grooving and axial turning. With a 4.0mm width and a 0.4mm corner radius, it is the ideal tool for CNC operators who demand high-speed performance and tight dimensional tolerances in \u003cstrong\u003eSteel (ISO P)\u003c\/strong\u003e applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eCore Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #47479F; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eCT3000 High-Speed Cermet\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eUncoated cermet grade providing extreme hardness and low affinity for workpiece material, resulting in exceptional surface finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #47479F; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eMulti-Directional Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eSeamlessly switch from plunging to longitudinal turning. Perfect for complex profiling without tool change interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #47479F; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eEnhanced Wear Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eSuperior resistance to oxidation and crater wear at high temperatures, ensuring long-term edge sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2em; color: #47479f;\"\u003eModel Decoding: TDXU 4E-0.4 CT3000\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; font-family: monospace; font-size: 1.1em; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 60px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eT-Clamp\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 60px; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMulti-Dir\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 60px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e4.0mm W\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 60px; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eE-0.4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.4 Rad\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 60px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCermet\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #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;\"\u003eWidth (W)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCorner Radius\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel ID\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.40 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTDXU 4E-0.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImperial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.157\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.016\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTDXU 157E-016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eRecommended Finishing Parameters (CT3000)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\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;\"\u003eVc (m\/min)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003efn (mm\/rev)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLow Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e180 - 350\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.05 - 0.20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAlloy Steel (Hardened)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150 - 280\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.05 - 0.15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 8px; background: #fdfdfd;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold; color: #47479f;\"\u003eMatching Holders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; background: #f4f4f4; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for final-pass operations where surface roughness (Ra) is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfiling Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for automotive components and hydraulic shafts requiring smooth transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Machining:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in high-RPM environments where carbide would typically overheat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with TaeguTec T-Clamp series external and internal toolholders with \u003cstrong\u003eSeat Size 4\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTaeguTec Finishing Grade Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 500px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #47479F; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eBest For...\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eSurface Quality\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0ff; font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid #47479F;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCT3000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCermet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eHigh-Speed Finishing (P)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMirror Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTT9080\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePVD Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUniversal Machining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePV3010\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;\"\u003eCoated Finishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigh Precision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eWhy Machinists Choose CT3000\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TDXU 4E-0.4 CT3000 eliminates the need for secondary grinding in many steel applications. By utilizing cermet technology, you can achieve Ra values that standard carbide simply cannot reach, all while maintaining high production speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Surface finish is incredible. We achieve a mirror shine on 1045 steel without a grinder. CT3000 is top tier.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Alan P., USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Hervorragende Oberflächengüte bei hohen Geschwindigkeiten. Der XU-Spanbrecher ist sehr stabil.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Bernd L., Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Finitura superficiale perfetta su acciai legati. Riduce significativamente i tempi di produzione.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Fabio R., Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Excellent chemical stability. No built-up edge even after hours of high-speed turning.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Kenji S., Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use CT3000 for interrupted cuts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: Cermet is more brittle than carbide. For light interruptions, it works well, but for heavy interrupted cuts, we recommend the TT9080 grade.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Should I use coolant with CT3000?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: Cermet can often be run dry to avoid thermal shock, but if using coolant, ensure it is high-pressure and consistent to maintain tool life.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum turning depth (Ap)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: As a finishing insert, we recommend a depth of cut (Ap) between 0.2mm and 1.2mm for optimal results.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfooter style=\"padding: 25px; background: #47479F; color: #ffffff; text-align: center; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMachinist Tip: To maximize mirror finish results with CT3000, keep your cutting speed high (Vc \u0026gt; 200 m\/min) to prevent material adhesion to the cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43339203281068,"sku":"TDXU4E-0.4 CT3000","price":308.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_TDXU_4E-0.4_CT3000_4.0mm_Multi-Directional_Cermet_Insert_for_High-Speed_Steel_Finishing..jpg?v=1776751980","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-tdxu-4e-04-ct3000-cermet-insert-steel-mirror-finishing","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}