Maximise uptime and surface precision with the CCMT 09T304 HQTN 60 – a best-selling, high-wear-resistant carbide insert featuring 80° diamond geometry (IC 9.53 mm, s 3.97 mm, r 0.4 mm) ideal for medium-rough turning in steel, stainless, and cast iron.
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Boost your productivity with the CCMT 09T304 HQTN 60—designed for longer tool life and lower cost per part, so you cut more, change less.
Key Features & Specs
80° diamond (rhombic) geometry—perfect for medium to medium-rough turning in steel, stainless steel, and cast iron imc-companies.comMSC Direct
Inscribed Circle (IC): 9.53 mm (0.375")
Thickness: 3.97 mm (0.156")
Corner radius: 0.4 mm (0.016") Allied Machine and EngineeringMSC Direct
Relief (clearance) angle: 7° imc-companies.comMSC Direct
Grade/coating (e.g., HQTN 60 / TN60) – high machinability and enhanced wear resistance (typical of HQTN/TN60 series) hanvitools.comwidia.com
Turning, milling, drilling application
Primarily engineered for turning; its shape and geometry also make it versatile in light milling or finishing operations, delivering top-tier surface quality and stable performance.
Why It’s a Best-Seller
Engineered for low downtime, its superior wear resistance keeps cutting edges sharper longer.
Consistent tool life means fewer insert changes and smoother production cycles.
Tight tolerances and reliable geometry ensure excellent surface finish and repeatability in every part.
Application Industries
Automotive – shafts, pistons, housings
Aerospace – structural and precision components
Die & Mold – mold inserts, frames
General Engineering – shafts, cylinders, flanges across steel, stainless, and cast iron
Designed for machining steel, stainless steel, and cast iron, thanks to its robust grade and geometry
It's an 80° diamond (rhombic) insert with IC 9.53 mm, thickness 3.97 mm, corner radius 0.4 mm, and 7° clearance
HQTN 60 or TN60 indicates a high-machinability, wear-resistant carbide grade, often delivering 2–3× wear life compared to standard grades
While tailored for turning, this insert’s robust geometry also supports light milling or finishing applications—making it a reliable workhorse.
It’s a reliable best-seller for practical reasons: extended tool life, excellent surface finishes, reduced downtime, and consistent performance across production runs.