The VBGT160408-PCD turning insert is a Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) insert designed for turning high-silicon aluminum and other abrasive non-ferrous materials. It’s built for shops and production environments that need precise tooling, consistent finishes, and efficient tool life.

Compared with coated carbide inserts, this PCD insert delivers exceptional performance, extended tool life, and a superior surface finish, helping to reduce downtime and post-machining work in demanding applications.

• Superior wear resistance on abrasive materials: The hard PCD edge maintains sharpness much longer when cutting abrasive non-ferrous alloys, reducing edge dressing and tool changes for greater uptime.
• Smooth, high-quality surface finish: Delivers consistently clean, defect-free surfaces on plastics and non-ferrous metals, minimizing or eliminating additional finishing steps.
• Broad compatibility with VBGT tooling: Engineered to seat securely in VBGT holders, providing stable performance across multiple passes and simplifying setup.

This insert helps you speed up production, improve part quality, and reduce maintenance downtime. With reliable performance on challenging plastics and non-ferrous materials, it supports tighter tolerances, shorter cycle times, and lower overall part costs for job shops, contract manufacturers, and in-house production environments.