IC907 carbide insert grade

Description

IC907 Carbide Insert Grade is a premium tungsten carbide cutting tool grade engineered for finishing, semi-finishing, and semi-roughing operations on carbon steel, cast iron, and stainless steel at low-to-medium cutting speeds. Its primary industrial use is CNC turning operations in metal manufacturing and machining, delivering consistent edge performance and superior surface finish. The key value proposition is its TiAlN coating and optimized carbide substrate (C7/C8 grade), which provide exceptional wear resistance, thermal stability, and longer tool life compared to uncoated or standard-coated alternatives. Strategically, this grade is critical for high-volume production environments where tool change frequency directly impacts throughput and operational cost, making it a preferred sourcing choice for precision machining operations globally.

Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Material components: Tungsten carbide substrate (C7/C8 grade) with TiAlN coating (PVD process)

• Grade: IC907 (ISCAR manufacturer grade)

• Physical characteristics:

  • Form: Indexable turning inserts (CCMT, CNMG, DNMG shapes available)

  • Cutting edge material: Carbide

  • Coating: TiAlN (TiN/TiAlN dual coating on some variants)

  • Positive rake geometry with low cutting forces

• Typical dimensions (varies by insert style):

  • Insert thickness: 0.156–0.1874″ (3/16″)

  • Inscribed circle: 3/8″–1/2″

  • Corner radius: 0.0157″–0.0315″ (1/32″)

• Packaging options: Standard industrial bulk boxes (quantity per box varies by insert size)

• Shelf life: Indefinite when stored in dry, temperature-controlled conditions (no degradation expected)

Core Industrial Applications

• Primary industries: Automotive manufacturing, aerospace components, general machine tooling, steel fabrication, and precision metalworking

• Specific operational use cases:

  • Finishing, semi-finishing, and roughing of carbon steel, cast iron, and stainless steel

  • CNC turning operations at line speeds of 120–180 m/min

  • Positive rake applications requiring low cutting forces

• Performance advantages over alternatives:

  • Superior wear resistance due to TiAlN coating versus uncoated carbide

  • Longer tool life reduces tool change frequency and maintenance costs

  • Optimized for stainless steel machining where grades like IC908, IC6015, IC830 are also used but IC907 offers cost-effective finishing performance

  • Durability in semi-roughing operations without edge degradation

Competitive Advantages

This product represents a strategic sourcing decision for operations prioritizing tool life, surface quality, and cost-per-part efficiency.

Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT (20 metric tons)

• Loading capacity: Standard industrial container loading—approximately 18–20 MT per 20-foot container (varies by insert size and packaging density)