The VBMT160408 ZC AP5015 is a premium 35 diamond-shaped positive carbide turning insert from Mitsubishi Materials, engineered for precision finishing and semi-finishing operations. Featuring the AP5015 PVD-coated grade and ZC chipbreaker, it offers excellent wear resistance, low cutting forces, superior chip control, and outstanding surface finish. It is ideal for CNC lathes and conventional turning machines machining steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, and cast iron.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Mitsubishi Materials |
| Model |
VBMT160408 ZC AP5015 |
| Product Type |
Indexable Turning Insert |
| Material |
Cemented Carbide |
| Grade |
AP5015 |
| Coating |
PVD Coated |
| Shape |
35 Diamond (Rhombic) |
| Insert Type |
Positive, Single-Sided |
| Chipbreaker |
ZC |
| Clearance Angle |
5 |
| ISO Tolerance |
M |
| Inscribed Circle (IC) |
9.525 mm |
| Cutting Edge Length (L) |
16.6 mm |
| Thickness (S) |
4.76 mm |
| Corner Radius (RE) |
0.8 mm |
| Hole Diameter (D1) |
4.4 mm |
| Included Angle |
35 |
| Number of Cutting Edges |
2 |
| Mounting Style |
Screw Clamp |
| Weight (1 Piece) |
Approx. 5.5 g |
| Color |
Bronze/Gold (PVD Coated) |
| Pack Size |
Usually 10 Pieces |
Dimensions conform to the ISO VBMT160408 standard.
Features
- Premium cemented carbide substrate
- AP5015 PVD-coated grade
- ZC chipbreaker for smooth chip control
- Positive cutting geometry
- Excellent wear resistance
- High heat resistance
- Low cutting forces
- Superior surface finish
- High dimensional accuracy
- Long tool life
- Stable machining performance
- Suitable for dry and coolant-assisted machining
Applications
- External Turning
- Internal Turning
- Finish Turning
- Semi-Finishing
- Profile Turning
- Facing
- CNC Turning
- Precision Machining
Suitable Materials
- Carbon Steel
- Alloy Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Cast Iron
- Non-Ferrous Metals
Advantages
- Excellent chip evacuation
- High wear resistance
- Superior surface finish
- Extended tool life
- Reduced tooling costs
- Stable cutting performance
- High machining accuracy
- Increased productivity
Corrosion Resistance
- Good corrosion resistance during storage
- Excellent oxidation resistance due to PVD coating
- High wear resistance in continuous machining
- Suitable for dry and coolant-assisted machining
Quick Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Insert Size |
16 mm |
| Workpiece Material |
Steel, Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Non-Ferrous Metals |
| ISO Tolerance |
M |
| Insert Clearance |
5 |
| Application |
External Turning, Internal Turning, Finish Turning, Semi-Finishing, Profile Turning, Facing, CNC Precision Machining |
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