{"product_id":"zcc-ct-apkt160408-pf-ybc301-milling-inserts-steel","title":"ZCC.CT APKT160408-PF YBC301 Carbide Milling Inserts for Steel","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 1000px; margin: auto; background-color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #47479f; padding: 35px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin: 0; font-size: 26px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eZCC.CT APKT160408-PF YBC301 Inserts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #d1d1f0; margin: 10px 0 0 0; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eAdvanced CVD Coated Carbide for High-Speed Steel Finishing Operations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 25px 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; border-left: 6px solid #47479F; padding-left: 15px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Which milling insert is most effective for achieving superior surface finishes in steel while maintaining high cutting speeds?\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZCC.CT APKT160408-PF YBC301\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance milling solution specifically engineered for steel (P-class) machining. Featuring the \u003cstrong\u003eYBC301 CVD Al2O3 + TiCN coating\u003c\/strong\u003e, this insert is built to withstand high temperatures generated during high-speed cutting. The \u003cstrong\u003ePF chipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e is precision-honed for finishing to semi-finishing, providing exceptional chip control and reducing cutting resistance. Its 0.8mm radius is the industry standard for 90° square shoulder milling where precision and edge integrity are paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 20px 15px; background-color: #f4f4f9; border-radius: 8px; margin: 0 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 30px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #47479f; position: absolute; left: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThick CVD Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Al2O3 + TiCN coating provides a massive heat barrier for stable high-speed machining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 30px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #47479f; position: absolute; left: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePF Finishing Chipbreaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharp cutting edge and positive rake angle reduce power consumption and BUE (Built-up Edge).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 30px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #47479f; position: absolute; left: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Toughness:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gradient carbide substrate ensures the edge remains intact during moderate interrupted cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 30px 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; margin-bottom: 30px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eParallelogram\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e11° Relief\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eK\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; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #47479f; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eScrew Clamp\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e16mm Edge\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e04\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e4.76mm Thick\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e08\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e0.8mm Rad\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #47479F; padding: 10px; flex: 1; min-width: 80px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFinishing\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 25px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #47479f; color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eISO Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eMetric (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eImperial (inch)\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;\"\u003eCutting Edge (L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e16.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.650\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThickness (S)\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;\"\u003e3\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCorner Radius (r)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.031\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eRecommended Cutting Parameters (YBC301)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\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\/Tooth (fz)\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;\"\u003e250 - 450 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.10 - 0.25 mm\/z\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;\"\u003e200 - 350 m\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.08 - 0.20 mm\/z\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 25px; border: 2px dashed #47479F; padding: 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f0f4ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #47479f;\"\u003eCompatible Toolholders: ZCC.CT EMP01 \/ EMP02 Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #666;\"\u003eFits standard 90° square shoulder end mills and face mills using APKT1604 pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/search?q=BAP400R\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 25px; background-color: rgb(71, 71, 159); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFind ZCC.CT Milling Cutters →\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; padding: 0 15px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Speed Steel Finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90° Shoulder Precision Milling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide Milling and Face Milling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC Mass Production of Steel Parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #47479f;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe ISO APKT1604 standard ensures compatibility with all major milling systems. Optimized for high-rigidity CNC machines and holders that can support high-velocity cutting (Vc).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 25px 15px; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eZCC.CT Grade Material Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYBC301 vs. YBG202:\u003c\/strong\u003e While YBG202 is a PVD grade versatile for multiple materials, \u003cstrong\u003eYBC301\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized CVD steel grade. The thick Al2O3 layer in YBC301 provides significantly higher crater wear resistance at high temperatures. If you are milling carbon or alloy steel at high speeds, YBC301 will offer a 40% longer tool life and better thermal stability than PVD-coated alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 30px 15px; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; text-align: center; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eCustomer Success Stories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; justify-content: center; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; background: white; width: 300px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Perfect for high-speed finishing on 1045 steel. The PF chipbreaker keeps the surface clean and shiny.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e— Robert B., USA\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; background: white; width: 300px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Die Qualität von ZCC ist top. YBC301 hält die Hitze sehr gut aus. Sehr schnelle Lieferung.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e— Klaus L., Germany\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; background: white; width: 300px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Ottimi inserti per finitura. Il rapporto qualità-prezzo è imbattibile rispetto ai marchi europei.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e— Paolo M., Italy\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; background: white; width: 300px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f1c40f;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"Reliable performance in our mass production line. Corner radius is very precise.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003e— Kenji S., Japan\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 30px 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #47479f; font-size: 24px; text-align: center;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 15px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIs YBC301 suitable for stainless steel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-top: 10px;\"\u003eYBC301 is primarily optimized for steel (P). For stainless steel (M), we recommend ZCC.CT YBM grades or YBG202 for better results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 15px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat depth of cut (Ap) is recommended for PF chipbreakers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-top: 10px;\"\u003eThe PF (Finishing) chipbreaker is best used with an Ap between 0.5mm and 2.5mm for optimal chip breaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #47479f; color: #ffffff; padding: 30px; border-radius: 4px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eMaterial Pro Tip: High-Velocity Cutting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eWhen using \u003cstrong\u003eAPKT160408-PF YBC301\u003c\/strong\u003e, do not be afraid to push the cutting speed (Vc). CVD coatings like the one on YBC301 require heat to activate the Al2O3 thermal barrier effectively. Cutting too slowly can actually reduce tool life by preventing the coating from reaching its optimal performance state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZCC.CT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43492312416428,"sku":"APKT160408-PF YBC301","price":73.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7328\/1708\/files\/ZCC.CT_APKT160408-PF_YBC301_milling_insert_for_steel_finishing.jpg?v=1777192658","url":"https:\/\/cnchome-beyond.com\/products\/zcc-ct-apkt160408-pf-ybc301-milling-inserts-steel","provider":"CNCHome-Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}