Cargo Carbide TNMA CO15C Carbide Turning Inserts are designed for CNC turning and machining applications involving cast iron. The CO15C grade is specifically listed for cast iron applications in the Cargo Carbide grade range, making it a dedicated carbide solution for manufacturers machining cast iron components.

The TNMA insert is a negative turning insert with a triangular cutting geometry and is suitable for compatible CNC turning tool holders. The range includes TNMA 160404, TNMA 160408 and TNMA 160412, providing 0.4 mm, 0.8 mm and 1.2 mm nose-radius options for different machining requirements.

Cargo Carbide TNMA CO15C is suitable for cast iron machining applications where the correct combination of insert geometry, nose radius, machine rigidity, cutting parameters and workpiece condition is required. It can be used for suitable CNC turning operations on cast iron components in general engineering and industrial production.

The CO15C grade is identified as a black-colour grade in the Cargo Carbide grade chart and is designated for cast iron machining.

Technical Specifications

Note: The Cargo Carbide documentation specifically identifies CO15C as the cast-iron grade.

Available Sizes

TNMA 160404 CO15C

0.4 mm nose radius

Suitable where a smaller nose radius is required for lighter cutting or component geometry.

TNMA 160408 CO15C

0.8 mm nose radius

A versatile option for general cast-iron turning applications.

TNMA 160412 CO15C

1.2 mm nose radius

Suitable for applications requiring a larger nose radius under appropriate machining conditions.

CO15C Grade — Cast Iron

Cargo Carbide CO15C

CO15C is a black carbide grade for cast iron machining in the Cargo Carbide grade system.

Recommended material

Cast Iron

Typical applications

• Cast iron CNC turning
• General cast iron machining
• Automotive cast iron components
• Machine components
• Housings
• Industrial castings
• General engineering components

TNMA Geometry

TNMA is a negative triangular turning insert designation. The geometry provides multiple usable cutting edges and is intended for use with compatible TNMA tool holders.

Applications

Cargo Carbide TNMA CO15C is suitable for:

• Cast iron turning
• CNC lathe machining
• General cast iron machining
• Automotive components
• Machine housings
• Industrial castings
• General engineering
• Production machining
• External turning
• Semi-finishing and finishing where appropriate

Why Choose Cargo Carbide TNMA CO15C?

• CO15C cast iron grade
• Black grade identification
• Designed for cast iron machining
• TNMA negative triangular geometry
• 160404 / 160408 / 160412 sizes
• 0.4 / 0.8 / 1.2 mm nose-radius options
• Suitable for compatible CNC turning holders
• Suitable for cast iron CNC turning
• Cargo Carbide industrial tooling solution

What is TNMA CO15C?

TNMA CO15C is a Cargo Carbide carbide turning insert combination designed for machining cast iron using compatible CNC turning tooling.

What material is CO15C used for?

CO15C is used for cast iron machining. Cargo Carbide's grade documentation identifies CO15C as a black grade for cast iron.

What sizes are available for TNMA CO15C?

The Cargo Carbide documentation lists TNMA 160404, 160408 and 160412. These correspond to 0.4 mm, 0.8 mm and 1.2 mm nose radii.

What is TNMA 160408 CO15C used for?

TNMA 160408 CO15C is a carbide turning insert configuration intended for suitable cast iron CNC turning applications, with a 0.8 mm nose radius.

What colour is CO15C?

Cargo Carbide identifies CO15C as a black grade in its grade chart.

Is TNMA CO15C suitable for CNC turning?

Yes. TNMA is a negative turning insert geometry, and CO15C is specifically designated for cast iron machining in the Cargo Carbide product documentation.