Core Advantages: Designed for Steel Roughing
This TNMG series insert features an advanced geometric groove design (VF Chipbreaker), hailed by machinists as a “Steel Roughing & Chip-breaking Master.”
Superior Chip Control: The unique chip-breaking groove ensures chips are broken cleanly and evacuated smoothly during high-speed cutting, preventing entanglement and protecting surface finish.
High-Efficiency Roughing: Engineered for deep cuts and high feed rates, it effortlessly handles heavy roughing demands on various steels, significantly boosting productivity.
Exceptional Wear Resistance: Made from premium tungsten carbide substrate with precision coating technology, it maintains long tool life even when machining materials up to HRC 50.
Real-World Applications & Success Stories
To give you a clearer picture of performance, here are real feedback and application cases from the shop floor:
Scenario 1: Automotive Parts Manufacturer — Solving Chip Wrapping Issues
“Previously, when machining 45# steel drive shafts, long continuous chips would constantly wrap around the workpiece, forcing us to stop the machine frequently to clear them. This killed our cycle time. After switching to your VF groove inserts, the chips break into perfect ‘C’ shapes and evacuate instantly. It’s been a game-changer for our production line.”
— Mr. Li, Production Supervisor at an Auto Parts Plant
Scenario 2: Successful Replacement of Imported Brands (Surpassing Toshiba)
“We used to rely on Toshiba inserts for rough turning mold steel, but the costs were adding up. We decided to trial the TNMG160404R as a cost-saving measure. To our surprise, its durability and chip-breaking performance matched the imported brand perfectly, but at half the price! We have now fully replaced our stock with yours.”
— Purchasing Manager at a Precision Mold Factory
Wide Material Compatibility
No matter what steel your factory processes, this versatile insert is up to the task. It is widely suitable for:
45# Steel (Medium Carbon Steel)
A3 / Q235 Steel (Mild Steel)
20Cr, 40Cr (Alloy Steel)
And other steel materials with hardness below HRC 50.
Technical Specifications
Model: TNMG160404R
Nose Radius: R0.4 (Balances edge strength with surface finish for semi-finishing transitions)
Depth of Cut (DOC): Supports efficient cutting depths of 3-5mm per pass
Chipbreaker Type: VF (Optimized specifically for steel)
Application: External Turning, Facing, Copying
Factory Direct: Enjoy Wholesale Pricing
We understand that cost control is vital for manufacturing enterprises. Through our factory-direct model, we eliminate middlemen and deliver high-quality tungsten carbide inserts directly to you at wholesale prices. Whether you need long-term supply or bulk orders, we provide the most cost-effective CNC tooling solutions.
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Ready to upgrade your machining efficiency? Contact us today to learn more about our factory capabilities and get the latest quote for the TNMG160404R. Let’s boost both your productivity and profit margins!

