{"product_id":"taegutec-vcmt110304pc-ct3000-cermet-turning-inserts","title":"TaeguTec VCMT110304PC CT3000 Cermet Turning Insert | 10 Pcs\/Box","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333333; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 1000px; margin: auto; background-color: #ffffff; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- H1 Header Area --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #47479F; color: #ffffff; padding: 35px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 28px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTaeguTec VCMT110304PC CT3000 Inserts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0; font-size: 1.1em; opacity: 0.95; color: #ffffff;\"\u003ePrecision Small-Bore Mirror Surface Finishing | CT3000 Uncoated Ti(C,N) Cermet Grade | Box of 10 Pcs\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- H2 Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding: 10px 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479F; border-left: 5px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\"Which compact 35-degree positive diamond cermet insert with a 0.4mm corner radius and PC chipbreaker is best for achieving mirror-like surface finishes and tight tolerances in small-diameter internal boring and high-speed steel finishing?\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eTaeguTec VCMT110304PC CT3000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, single-sided, positive-rake 35° rhombic turning insert engineered specifically for ultra-fine finishing, high-speed copy profiling, and precision internal boring in small-diameter holes across carbon steels, alloy steels, and gray\/ductile cast irons. Powered by TaeguTec's premier \u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 uncoated Ti(C,N)-based cermet grade\u003c\/strong\u003e, this insert replaces traditional tungsten carbide with titanium carbonitride hard particles bonded in a tough metallic matrix. Because cermet exhibits ultra-low chemical affinity to iron, the CT3000 grade completely eliminates Built-Up Edge (BUE) and micro-welding—producing glossy, ground-like surface roughness (Ra values) while resisting crater and flank wear at high cutting speeds. Paired with the sharp, positive-rake \u003cstrong\u003ePC finishing chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e and a precise 0.4mm corner radius, it minimizes radial cutting pressure to prevent chatter and deflection on slender boring bars and compact internal toolholders. Whether you are boring tight internal diameters with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beyond-c16q-svjcr11-tungsten-steel-boring-bar-vcmt1103\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBeyond C16Q-SVJCR11 Tungsten Steel Boring Bar\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beyond-s16q-svqcl11-boring-bar-holder-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBeyond S16Q-SVQCL11 Boring Bar Holder\u003c\/a\u003e, or browsing our broader selections of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taegutec-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaeguTec VCMT inserts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taegutec-vbmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaeguTec VBMT inserts\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taegutec-vnmg\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaeguTec VNMG inserts\u003c\/a\u003e, the VCMT110304PC CT3000 delivers exceptional dimensional accuracy. Explore further design insights in our resources on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/carbide-insert-nose-radius-buyers-guide\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecarbide insert nose radius\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/stainless-steel-machining-insert-grade-speed-feed-guide\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003einsert grade speeds and feeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Features Section (Dark Background) --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background-color: #2c2c2c; color: #ffffff; padding: 40px 20px; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ffffff; text-align: center; margin-top: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid #47479F; display: inline-block; padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eCore Engineering Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; justify-content: center; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px; background: #3d3d3d; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-top: 4px solid #47479F;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eCT3000 Anti-BUE Cermet Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eTitanium carbonitride cermet resists chemical reaction with ferrous workpieces, preventing built-up edge for mirror-like finishes in tight bores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px; background: #3d3d3d; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-top: 4px solid #47479F;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0; font-size: 18px;\"\u003ePC Positive Finishing Chipbreaker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eSharp positive-rake geometry curls thin finishing chips smoothly while maintaining ultra-low radial cutting forces to eliminate chatter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 250px; background: #3d3d3d; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-top: 4px solid #47479F;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eCompact 35° Profiling Access\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eCompact 11-size rhombic profile and 0.4mm nose radius clear narrow relief grooves, sharp shoulders, and small internal diameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Model Explanation Box --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479F; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eISO Code Specification Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; border: 2px solid #47479F; text-align: center; font-weight: bold; background-color: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 4px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eV\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eRhombic Shape (35° Nose)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eClearance Angle (7° Positive)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eTolerance Class M\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eCylindrical Hole \u0026amp; Chipbreaker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eEdge Length (11.1mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e03\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eThickness (3.18mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; border-right: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003e04\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eCorner Radius (0.4mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 70px; padding: 12px 5px; box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; color: #555;\"\u003eFinishing\/Medium Chipbreaker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Specifications Table \u0026 Metric vs Imperial --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; padding: 0 10px; overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479F; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Dimensional Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 25px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; min-width: 500px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #47479F; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eMetric (Standard)\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eImperial Equivalent\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eISO \/ ANSI Designation\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eVCMT 110304-PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eVCMT 221-PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInscribed Circle (IC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e0.250\" (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThickness (S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e3.18 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e0.125\" (1\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCorner Radius (RE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e0.40 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e0.0157\" (approx. 1\/64\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrade \u0026amp; Substrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eCT3000 (Uncoated Ti(C,N) Cermet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eHigh-Speed Small-Bore Finishing Cermet\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cutting Parameters Table --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; padding: 25px 20px; border-radius: 4px; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479F; margin-top: 0; font-size: 20px;\"\u003eRecommended Cutting Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666666; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e*Values are starting recommendations for high-speed continuous finishing and small-bore internal boring in carbon steels, alloy steels, and cast irons. Avoid heavy interrupted cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 500px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #47479F; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eWorkpiece Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003eCutting Speed (Vc)\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003eFeed Rate (fn)\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003eDepth of Cut (Ap)\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 #dddddd;\"\u003eCarbon Steel (1045 \/ S45C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e180 - 350 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e0.04 - 0.18 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e0.10 - 1.20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eAlloy \u0026amp; Tool Steel (4140 \/ 4340)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e160 - 300 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e0.04 - 0.16 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e0.10 - 1.00 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eGray \u0026amp; Ductile Cast Iron (FC250 \/ FCD450)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e160 - 320 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e0.05 - 0.20 mm\/rev\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e0.15 - 1.20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Tooling Setup \u0026 Holder Box --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px dashed #47479F; padding: 25px 20px; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 40px; background-color: #ffffff; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-size: 16px; color: #47479F; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eCompatible Tool Holders \u0026amp; Boring Bar Resources\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555;\"\u003ePair these 11-size (1\/4\" IC) positive inserts with dedicated small-bore toolholders such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beyond-c16q-svjcr11-tungsten-steel-boring-bar-vcmt1103\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBeyond C16Q-SVJCR11 Tungsten Steel Boring Bar\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beyond-s16q-svqcl11-boring-bar-holder-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBeyond S16Q-SVQCL11 Boring Bar Holder\u003c\/a\u003e (or explore larger 16-size holders like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beyond-s16q-svxcr16-boring-bar-holder-vcmt1604\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBeyond S16Q-SVXCR16 Boring Bar Holder\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #666666;\"\u003eFor internal profiling solutions, explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rough-and-fine-boring-series\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003erough and fine boring series\u003c\/a\u003e or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/screw-on-system-boring-bar\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003escrew-on system boring bars\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Applications Section --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479F; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eIndustrial Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; color: #444444;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall-Diameter Mirror-Finish Internal Boring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieving low-Ra surface finishes in precision small bores down to 12mm-16mm without post-grinding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwiss-Type \u0026amp; Slender Shaft Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7° positive clearance and 0.4mm nose radius minimize radial cutting forces to eliminate vibration and chatter on delicate components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Brand Tooling Consolidation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with alternate positive turning systems across \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/korloy-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eKorloy VCMT\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/korloy-vcgt-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eKorloy VCGT\/VCMT\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/zcc-ct-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZCC-CT VCMT\u003c\/a\u003e catalogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Tool Compatibility \u0026 Related Collections --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479F; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eSystem Compatibility \u0026amp; Related Insert Catalogs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eVCMT 110304PC\u003c\/strong\u003e (ANSI \u003cstrong\u003eVCMT 221PC\u003c\/strong\u003e) fits all standard ISO-compliant positive 35° rhombic boring bars and turning toolholders utilizing a 6.35mm (1\/4\") inscribed circle pocket. To expand your tooling inventory, explore our comprehensive selections including \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taegutec-vcmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaeguTec VCMT\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taegutec-vbmt\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaeguTec VBMT\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taegutec-negative-turning-inserts\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaeguTec negative turning inserts\u003c\/a\u003e. Review additional application guides such as \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/cnmg-insert-grade-cross-reference-buyers-guide\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCNMG grade cross reference guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/cnmg-chipbreaker-pm-vs-mm-vs-mf-family-guide\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003echipbreaker family guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/carbide-inserts-by-material\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003einserts by material\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/carbide-inserts-by-operation\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003einserts by operation\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/top-global-cnc-insert-brands\" style=\"color: #47479F; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003etop global CNC insert brands\u003c\/a\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Grade Comparison Section (Brand Specific) --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #47479F; padding: 25px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479F; margin-top: 0; font-size: 20px;\"\u003eTaeguTec Grade Selection Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eSelecting the optimal TaeguTec turning grade for positive finishing inserts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; font-size: 14px; color: #333333;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCT3000 (Featured - Uncoated Ti(C,N) Cermet Grade):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-wear-resistant uncoated cermet grade engineered for high-speed continuous finishing of steels (ISO P05-P15) and cast irons (ISO K) in small bores where superior surface finish is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTT9225 (PVD Coated Carbide):\u003c\/strong\u003e High-density nano-PVD grade recommended when machining stainless steels (ISO M) or when higher edge toughness is required in small-bore profiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTT9080 (PVD Coated Carbide):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tough PVD grade designed for interrupted small-bore turning in stainless steels and superalloys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Why Choose Us --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479F; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eWhy Machinists Choose Our Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color: #47479F; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e100% Genuine Guarantee\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666; margin: 0;\"\u003eDirectly sourced original TaeguTec factory-sealed packages (10 pcs\/box).\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color: #47479F; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eSame-Day Dispatch\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666; margin: 0;\"\u003eIn-stock cutting tools ship rapidly to keep your CNC spindles turning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color: #47479F; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Engineering Support\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666; margin: 0;\"\u003eOn-staff tooling specialists available for speed and feed recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ Section (Dark Theme Accent) --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; background-color: #47479F; color: #ffffff; padding: 30px 20px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.3); padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 5px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eQ: Is CT3000 a coated carbide grade or an uncoated cermet grade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin-top: 0; color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eA: CT3000 is an uncoated titanium carbonitride (Ti(C,N)) cermet grade. Unlike CVD or PVD coated tungsten carbide, uncoated cermet possesses natural chemical inertness against steel, preventing built-up edge and delivering superior mirror surface finishes in small bores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.15); margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 5px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eQ: What is the difference between VCMT110304 and VCMT160404?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin-top: 0; color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eA: VCMT110304 (ANSI VCMT221) is a smaller 6.35mm (1\/4\") IC insert designed for compact boring bars and Swiss-type lathes, whereas VCMT160404 (ANSI VCMT331) is a larger 9.525mm (3\/8\") IC insert for heavier toolholders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.15); margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 5px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eQ: How many cutting edges are included in each box?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin-top: 0; color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eA: Each single-sided VCMT insert provides 1 precision indexable cutting edge (10 edges total per factory-sealed box).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Material Tip Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cfooter style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #777777; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; padding-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Selection Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncoated Cermet (CT3000) vs. CVD\/PVD Coated Carbide in Small-Bore Finishing: When the goal is a glossy, grinding-level surface finish and tight dimensional control on carbon or alloy steels in compact internal boring operations, uncoated Ti(C,N) cermet (CT3000) outperforms CVD and PVD coated carbides by eliminating edge build-up and maintaining razor-sharp geometry without inducing excessive cutting force. However, if your small bore features heavy interruptions or gummy stainless steel, switch to a tough PVD-coated carbide grade like TT9080 or TT9225.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSearch Keywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e TaeguTec VCMT110304PC, CT3000 cermet insert price, VCMT 221 PC uncoated cermet, TaeguTec small bore mirror finish insert, 35 degree positive cermet insert VCMT11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/footer\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TaeguTec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43365709709484,"sku":"VCMT110304PC CT3000","price":78.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/VCMT110304PCCT3000.jpg?v=1794552128","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/taegutec-vcmt110304pc-ct3000-cermet-turning-inserts","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}