{"product_id":"taegutec-tnmg-160404l-vf-ct3000-cermet-insert-left-hand-steel-finishing","title":"Taegutec TNMG 160404L-VF CT3000 Cermet Insert Left-Hand Steel Finishing (10pcs)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Inter', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; overflow-x: hidden;\"\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;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eTaeguTec TNMG 160404L-VF CT3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0ff; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eElite Uncoated Cermet for Mirror-Finish Steel Turning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\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 left-hand insert is best for achieving a mirror surface finish on steel while preventing built-up edge at high speeds?\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec TNMG 160404L-VF CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced \u003cstrong\u003eCermet\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ceramic-Metallic) turning insert. Specifically engineered for the finishing stage, the \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 grade\u003c\/strong\u003e offers superior chemical stability and resistance to oxidation compared to traditional carbide. This results in an exceptionally sharp cutting edge that produces \"mirror-finish\" results on \u003cstrong\u003eISO P (Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e workpieces. The \u003cstrong\u003eVF (Very Fine) chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed with a precision geometry that manages chips perfectly at light depths of cut, making this \u003cstrong\u003eLeft-Hand (L)\u003c\/strong\u003e oriented tool a staple for high-precision mechanical components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eKey Core 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;\"\u003eSuperior Surface Integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eCermet's resistance to Built-Up Edge (BUE) ensures that the cutting edge remains clean, delivering high Ra surface quality.\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;\"\u003eHigh-Speed Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eUncoated CT3000 allows for significantly higher cutting speeds (Vc) than carbide, reducing total cycle time in finishing operations.\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;\"\u003eVF Precision Chipbreaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eSharp edge geometry breaks chips effectively even at extremely shallow depths of cut, preventing \"bird-nesting\" on the part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\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; text-align: center;\"\u003eISO Designation: TNMG 160404L-VF\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; font-family: monospace; font-size: 1.1em; margin-top: 15px; justify-content: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 70px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eTriangular\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 70px; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eNegative\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 70px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eTolerance\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 70px; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eWith Hole\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 70px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e160404\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.4mm Rad\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; text-align: center; flex: 1; min-width: 70px; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL-VF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLH-Fine\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;\"\u003eStandard\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. \/ Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCorner Radius\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 (ISO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTNMG 160404L-VF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e9.525 \/ 4.76 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.40 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImperial (ANSI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTNMG 331L-VF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3\/8\" \/ 3\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1\/64\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eCermet Recommended Cutting 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;\"\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; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLow Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e250 - 480 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; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAlloy Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200 - 380 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.05 - 0.15 mm\/rev\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: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold; color: #47479f;\"\u003eCompatible Left-Hand Holders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; background: #f4f4f4; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\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\u003ePrecision Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for gear shafts, turbine parts, and precision cylinders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex Geometries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Left-hand orientation allows for specialized CNC paths and profiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror-Finish Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e For workpieces where visual aesthetics are as important as tolerances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industry-standard fit for all Left-hand 16mm triangular holders (MTJNL\/PSSNL).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTaeguTec Cermet vs. Carbide\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;\"\u003eCriteria\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eCermet (CT3000)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eCarbide (TT8125)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eBest For\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;\"\u003eChemical Stability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eExtreme High\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCT3000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThermal Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCT3000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEdge Toughness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExtreme High\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCarbide\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: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eWhy Machinists Choose CT3000 Cermet?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile carbide is a general-purpose powerhouse, \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 Cermet\u003c\/strong\u003e is a finishing specialist. The secret lies in the ceramic binder, which prevents the carbon in the steel from reacting with the tool at high speeds. This keeps the \u003cstrong\u003e0.4mm corner radius\u003c\/strong\u003e sharp and true, even during extended production runs. Paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eVF chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e, it solves the problem of \"bird-nesting\" in finishing passes, ensuring the operator can focus on production rather than manual chip clearing. For those requiring tight tolerances and high-aesthetic finishes, the CT3000 is the ultimate industrial grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 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\"Mirror finish on 1045 steel shafts. The LH orientation was exactly what our back-turning setup required.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— David L., 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. CT3000 ist der Beste für das Schlichten bei hoher Geschwindigkeit.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Klaus M., 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\"Ottima resistenza all'usura chimica. La finitura Ra è incredibilmente costante.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Antonio V., 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\"Elite performance on precision CNC parts. Reduced our polishing time by 80%.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Yuki T., Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\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 Cermet for interrupted cuts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: Cermet is more brittle than carbide. It is highly recommended for continuous finishing. For heavy interruptions, please use TaeguTec TT8125 carbide.\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: While Cermet can run with coolant, it excels in dry finishing because it is resistant to thermal cracking and oxidation.\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 does the \"VF\" stand for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: \"VF\" stands for Very Fine. This chipbreaker is specialized for light finishing passes and superior chip control.\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;\"\u003eCermet Tip: Increase your cutting speed (Vc) by 20% compared to carbide to achieve the most stable tool life and best surface finish with CT3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43340912787628,"sku":"TNMG160404L-VF CT3000","price":108.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_TNMG_160404L-VF_CT3000_left-hand_triangular_Cermet_insert_for_mirror-finish_steel_turning..jpg?v=1776839893","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-tnmg-160404l-vf-ct3000-cermet-insert-left-hand-steel-finishing","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}