VBMT 1604 Carbide Inserts
VBMT160404 and VBMT160408 carbide turning inserts are engineered to deliver superior performance in a wide range of turning operations. These inserts effectively machine carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, and cast iron while maintaining excellent dimensional accuracy and surface finish. As a result, manufacturers can achieve stable production and reduce machining costs.
Moreover, the VBMT 16 04 04 and VBMT 16 04 08 inserts feature advanced carbide substrates that improve wear resistance and cutting stability. Therefore, they perform reliably under continuous and interrupted cutting conditions. In addition, the optimized cutting geometry enhances chip evacuation, minimizes cutting forces, and helps extend tool life. Whether you use a VBMT 1604 insert for roughing or finishing, these inserts provide consistent and dependable results.
Furthermore, these VBMT turning inserts are compatible with various CNC turning applications and industrial machining environments. They serve as excellent alternatives for users searching for VBMT160404, VBMT160408, VBMT110304, VBMT110302, VBMT16, or VBMT 110304 inserts. Consequently, machine shops can improve productivity, maintain machining precision, and achieve high-quality finished components across different materials and production requirements.
Bwin VBMT Carbide Turning Inserts Specification:

| Model | L | IC | S | d | R |
| VBMT110302 | 11 | 6.35 | 3.18 | 2.8 | 0.2 |
| VBMT110304 | 11 | 6.35 | 3.18 | 2.8 | 0.4 |
| VBMT110308 | 11 | 6.35 | 3.18 | 2.8 | 0.8 |
| VBMT160404 | 16.5 | 9.525 | 4.76 | 4.2 | 0.4 |
| VBMT160408 | 16.5 | 9.525 | 4.76 | 4.2 | 0.8 |
Bwin Grade for Carbide Inserts:
| Grade | Coating | Color | Workpiece material | Application |
| BP020 | CVD | Yellow | P10-P20 | Suitable for semi-finishing to finishing machining of soft steel. |
| BP025 | CVD | Black | P25-P35 | Preferred grade for semi-finishing to finishing steel machining. |
| BP030 | CVD | Yellow | P25-P35 | BP030 is an upgraded version of BP020, Suitable for intermittent cutting of steel. |
| BP050 | CVD | Two-color | P35-P45 | It is suitable for turning of various steels and is the first choice for wear resistance. |
| BP070 | CVD | Colorful | P40-P65 | Suitable for hardened steel and difficult to machine materials |
| BM035 | PVD | Dark Purple | M10-M30 | Good at stainless steel semi-finishing turning, parting and grooving processing, preferred grade for steel and stainless steel milling and drilling. |
| BM055 | PVD | Purple Gold | M15-M35 | Preferred grade for steel and stainless milling and drilling. |
| BM085 | PVD | Colorful | M30-M55 S15-S40 H15-H55 |
Suitable for difficult to machine materials such as nickel alloys, chromium alloys, etc |
| BN01 | Uncoated | Silver | Suitable for processing non-ferrous metals such as copper and aluminum alloys. | |
| BT015 | PVD | Dark Gray | P20-P30 K10-K30 |
Suitable for steel and cast iron slight milling. |
| BT030 | PVD | Dark purple | P10-P25 M15-M35 |
Suitable for steel and stainless steel continue turning and threading. |
| BT065 | PVD | Yellow | P10-P20 | Good at steel semi-finishing turning, parting and grooving processing, preferred grade for steel milling and drilling. |
| BK115 | CVD | Black | K15-K30 | Suitable grade for semi-finishing to slight interrupted cast iron machining. |
| BC060 | Uncoated | Silver | P30-P40 | Suitable for processing variou steel parts and cast iron. |
| BC075 | Uncoated | Black | P40-P50 | Suitable for processing hardenedsteel and cast iron. |
| BC090 | Uncoated | Yellow | P40-P50 | Suitable for processing hardenedsteel and cast iron. |
