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Cut-Off / Parting Insert Nomenclature

Simply click on any letter or digit in the part description below to see a full explanation of its meaning.

AN R 4 - 3 A

Cut-Off / Parting Insert Designation

ANC designation for cut-off / parting inserts interchangeable with Iscar®-style GTL, GTR, and GTN inserts.

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Hand

R = Right hand

L = Left hand

N = Neutral hand

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Insert Size

This indicates the width in millimeters of the insert's cutting edge.

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Front Face Angle

This indicates the angle in degrees on the front face of the insert's cutting edge.

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Edge Preparation

A = Honed .001 - .003"

B = Honed .003 - .005"

C = Honed .005 - .007"

Blank = Up sharp

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American National Carbide

American National Carbide
915 South Cherry Street
Tomball, Texas U.S.A. 77375-6669
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