{"product_id":"taegutec-tnmg-160408-mt-ct3000-cermet-insert-steel-semi-finishing","title":"Taegutec TNMG 160408 MT CT3000 Cermet Insert for Steel Semi-Finishing (10pcs)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cheader style=\"background-color: #47479f; padding: 35px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin: 0; font-size: 26px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eTaeguTec TNMG 160408 MT CT3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0ff; margin-top: 8px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eProfessional High-Speed Cermet Insert for Superior Surface Finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9f9fb; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #444; font-weight: 500; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Which turning insert provides the best surface finish on steel while maintaining edge strength for semi-finishing cycles?\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec TNMG 160408 MT CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance \u003cstrong\u003eCermet\u003c\/strong\u003e insert engineered for CNC professionals who refuse to compromise on surface aesthetics. Unlike standard carbide, the CT3000 grade (Ceramic + Metal) offers exceptional chemical stability, effectively preventing the Built-Up Edge (BUE) that ruins surface Ra values. The \u003cstrong\u003eMT Chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e0.8mm radius\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the perfect geometry for stable chip evacuation in medium-to-finish turning applications on \u003cstrong\u003eISO P (Carbon\/Alloy Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use this insert to achieve a \"mirror finish\" and eliminate the need for costly secondary grinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eCore Performance Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #47479F; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eCT3000 High-Speed Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eSuperior resistance to oxidation and crater wear, optimized for ultra-high cutting speeds in finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #47479F; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eMT Geometry \u0026amp; 0.8 Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eEnhanced edge strength (08) for higher feed rates without sacrificing the legendary Cermet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #47479F; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eDouble-Sided Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eTriangular negative geometry providing 6 stable cutting edges for maximum ROI per part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0; border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; background: #fcfcfc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1em; color: #47479f;\"\u003eDecoding the Model: TNMG 160408 MT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; font-family: monospace; font-size: 1em; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px; flex: 1; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTriangular\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 8px; flex: 1; text-align: center; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNegative\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px; flex: 1; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTolerance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 8px; flex: 1; text-align: center; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHole\/Chip\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px; flex: 1; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e160408\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize\/Rad\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 8px; flex: 1; text-align: center; background: #f0f0ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChipbreaker\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #47479f; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUnit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eI.C. (Inscribed Circle)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThickness (S)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCorner Radius (RE)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\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;\"\u003e9.525 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.76 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.80 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;\"\u003e3\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1\/32\" (0.031\")\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; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaterial (Steel)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVc (m\/min)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; 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;\"\u003eLow Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200 - 450\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.10 - 0.30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlloy Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150 - 350\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.08 - 0.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 15px; text-align: center; border-radius: 8px;\"\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: 10px 20px; background: #f4f4f4; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px 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\u003eFinal Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Critical for automotive and aerospace components requiring aesthetic gloss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 0.8mm radius allows for higher feed rates in cleaning up pre-roughed parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Turning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best used in stable, continuous cuts on carbon, alloy, and tool steels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard ISO\/ANSI sizing fits all major brand 16-size TNMG toolholders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTaeguTec Grade Selector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 450px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #47479F; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTechnology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eSurface Quality\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eToughness\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;\"\u003eMirror Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTT8125\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;\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigh\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;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVery High\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: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eMachinist Feedback\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(240px, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Switched from carbide to CT3000 for our steel gear finishing. The Ra value is perfect.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Robert K., USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Beste Oberflächengüte, die wir je hatten. CT3000 hält die Toleranz über lange Serien.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Hans G., Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Eccellente finitura superficiale. Risparmiamo tempo eliminando la lucidatura.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Paolo V., Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Very consistent performance at 300m\/min. Great for mass production finishing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Tanaka S., 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: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this for interrupted cuts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: Cermet is brittle. It is highly recommended for continuous cuts only. For interruptions, use a carbide grade like TT8125.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is coolant required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: Cermet works best dry or with high-pressure constant coolant. Avoid intermittent coolant as it causes thermal cracking.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum Ap (Depth of Cut)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eA: For finishing, we recommend an Ap between 0.2mm and 1.5mm for the 0.8 radius.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfooter style=\"padding: 20px; background: #47479F; color: #ffffff; text-align: center; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFinishing Tip: For the highest gloss, ensure cutting speed (Vc) is above 200 m\/min and feed rate is roughly 1\/3 of the corner radius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"taegutec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43344843079852,"sku":"TNMG160408MT CT3000","price":108.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/TaeguTec_TNMG160404MT_CT3000_triangular_cermet_insert_for_high-speed_finishing_on_carbon_and_alloy_steel..jpg?v=1776756309","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-tnmg-160408-mt-ct3000-cermet-insert-steel-semi-finishing","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}