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PCD Tipped Turning Inserts
For 90% of non-ferrous turning operations, you don’t need a full diamond edge—you only need diamond where it touches the material.
Sundi PCD Tipped Turning Inserts feature a premium Polycrystalline Diamond tip brazed onto a rigid carbide corner. This design offers the perfect balance of economy and performance, delivering the extreme wear resistance of diamond at a price point suitable for mass production. It is the ultimate upgrade from carbide for turning Aluminum, Copper, and Brass.
Ideal Materials for Tipped PCD
These inserts are the “Daily Drivers” for machine shops working with non-ferrous materials.
Automotive Alloys: Turning wheels, pistons, and manifolds (Al-Si alloys).
Electronic Housings: Precision turning of aluminum 6061/7075 casings for phones and laptops.
Brass Fittings: High-speed turning of plumbing components and valves.
Precious Metals: Jewelry manufacturing (Gold/Silver) where polish is paramount.
- High wear resistance
- Reduce the machine time
- Stable Performance
- Easy to use
Main Features and Benefits of Tipped PCD Turning Inserts
Tipped Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) turning inserts are cutting tools that are widely used in industries such as woodworking, metalworking, and automotive. They are renowned for their high wear resistance and long tool life, which makes them a cost-effective solution for demanding cutting applications. The main features and benefits of PCD Tipped Inserts include the:
- High wear resistance: PCD-tipped turning inserts have a much higher wear resistance compared to other cutting materials such as carbide, resulting in a longer tool life.
- Precision cutting: PCD-tipped turning inserts provide a clean and precise cutting edge, ensuring high-quality finishes and reduced downtime for tool replacement.
- Versatility: PCD-tipped turning inserts are a versatile alternative for many industrial applications since they can be used to cut a range of materials, including hardwoods, composites, and non-ferrous metals.
- Cost-effectiveness: Despite their high initial cost, PCD-tipped turning inserts offer a lower total cost of ownership compared to other cutting materials due to their long tool life and reduced downtime.
- Environmentally friendly: Unlike other cutting materials, PCD-tipped turning inserts do not produce harmful waste or environmental pollutants, making them an environmentally friendly option for cutting applications.
Technical Specifications
| Tech Data | |
|---|---|
| Type | ISO Indexable PCD inserts |
| Angle | Positive/ negative |
| PCD Grade | PCD 850/ PCD 010/PCD 025/PCD302 |
| Tolerance | G/M |
| Work piece material | Aluminum and aluminum alloys Copper, brass and bronze alloys Carbon Fiber Graphite composites Reinforced plastics Ceramic Wood Fiberglass Composites Fiber Reinforced Plastics (FRP) Tungsten Carbide |
| Shape | Designation | D1 [mm] | D2 [mm] | S [mm] | R [mm] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | CCMT060202 | 6.35 | 2.8 | 2.38 | 0.2 |
| CCMT09T304 | 9.525 | 4.4 | 3.97 | 0.4 | |
| CCGT120408 | 12.7 | 5.5 | 4.76 | 0.8 | |
 | CCGW060204 | 6.35 | 2.8 | 2.38 | 0.4 |
| CCGW09T304 | 9.525 | 4.4 | 3.97 | 0.4 | |
| CCGW120404 | 12.7 | 5.5 | 4.76 | 0.4 | |
 | DCGT070202 | 6.35 | 2.8 | 2.38 | 0.4 |
| DCGT11T304 | 9.525 | 4.4 | 3.97 | 0.4 | |
 | DCMW070202 | 6.35 | 2.8 | 2.38 | 0.2 |
| DCGW11T304 | 9.525 | 4.4 | 3.97 | 0.4 | |
 | TCGT090202 | 5.56 | 2.5 | 2.38 | 0.2 |
| TCGT110202 | 6.35 | 2.5 | 2.38 | 0.2 | |
| TCGT16T304 | 9.525 | 2.8 | 2.38 | 0.4 | |
 | TCGW090202 | 5.56 | 2.5 | 2.38 | 0.2 |
| TCGW110204 | 6.35 | 2.5 | 2.38 | 0.4 | |
| TCGW16T304 | 9.525 | 2.8 | 2.38 | 0.4 | |
 | VCGT110302 | 6.35 | 2.8 | 3.18 | 0.2 |
| VCGT160404 | 9.525 | 2.8 | 4.76 | 0.4 | |
 | VCGW110302 | 6.35 | 2.8 | 3.18 | 0.2 |
| VCGW160404 | 9.525 | 2.8 | 4.76 | 0.4 |
The Smart Choice for High-Volume Turning
Get the performance of diamond without breaking the bank. Switch to Sundi PCD Tipped Inserts for reliable, cost-effective precision.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
A: It comes down to Depth of Cut (DOC) and Cost. A Tipped insert has a small diamond corner (e.g., 3mm long) and is perfect for finishing and light roughing at a lower cost. A Full Edge insert has diamond along the entire side, allowing for very deep cuts but at a higher price point.
A: Yes, as long as the depth of cut is smaller than the diamond tip size. For example, if the tip length is 3.5mm, a roughing cut of 1.5mm – 2.0mm is perfectly safe and efficient.
A: Most standard Sundi PCD inserts feature 1 PCD cutting corner (1C). This is the industry standard to ensure the insert seats perfectly in all holders without interference. However, if your tooling setup allows, we can manufacture 2-Corner (2C) or multi-corner versions as a custom order to maximize your tool economy.