For medium to finish turning applications on aluminium and other non-ferrous materials, Industrial Tooling Corporation (ITC) is introducing the new Widia AL geometry ISO turning insert for aluminium workpieces to the UK market. This cost-effective, universal solution expands the company’s ISO turning portfolio, strengthening its broad offering of affordable tooling solutions for small to medium-sized machine shops.

The AL geometry insert is available in two grades for increased machining versatility: the WU10HT uncoated micro-fine carbide grade and the WU05PT PVD AlTiN coated grade. Each grade is available in all popular styles, including C, D, R, T, and V inserts to increase customer options.

In addition to enhanced product versatility from multiple grades and style offerings, the AL geometry insert offers a highly polished rake face that improves chip flow. The periphery ground insert also features a sharp cutting edge to increase overall tooling precision and reduce cutting forces. Reliable tooling performance means that customers can dedicate more time to machining and less time to post-machining deburring operations caused by built-up edges.

Commenting upon the new arrival, Anil Kumar, Widia global turning portfolio manager, says: “The AL geometry portfolio offers tooling versatility when machining different components and workpieces, while also providing more precise and reliable machining performance. By focusing on both tooling performance and value, we’re helping our customers to maximise their return on our products.”
For further information www.itc-ltd.co.uk