Chipbreakers Selection

Profiling (Full radius)
  Y-Type
  • First choice in profiling.
  • Positive top rake reduces cutting forces.
  • Excellent for long shafts.
  • Eliminates vibrations.
  • Both precision ground and utility inserts.
  • Width range:
    External: 3 - 12 mm.

  YF-Type
  • First choice for profiling ductile materials
  • Utility inserts only.
  • Width range:
    External: 3 - 8 mm.


  PA-Type
  • First choice for profiling aluminum.
  • High positive rake.
  • Peripheral ground and polished top rake with a very sharp edge.
  • Suitable also for finish operations on titanium and heat resistant alloys.
  • Width range:
    External: 3 - 8 mm.

  YZ-Type
  • First choice for profiling ductile aluminum.
  • Peripheral ground and polished top rake with a very sharp edge.
  • Width range:
    External: 3 - 8 mm.

  H-Type
  • Unique chipbreaker for heavy-duty profiling.
  • Negative T-land for extra edge toughness
  • Suitable for heavy interrupted cuts and cast iron machining.
  • Width 12 mm