Grade Info

General Information:
BrandKennametal
Grade StatusPrimary
ApplicationsMilling
Substrate ClassHard
Coat TypePVD
Post TreatN

From Kennametal's website:

Coated carbide grade with TiAlN coating (PVD). KC520M is a carbide grade developed specifi cally for general machining of ductile cast iron. This grade can be used with or without coolant.



Application Range for KC520M

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Equivalent Grades for KC520M

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Cutting Speed recommendations for KC520M

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