Cargo Carbide WNGA CBN Inserts are advanced cutting inserts designed for demanding CNC turning applications where CBN tooling is required. The WNGA format combines the W-style insert geometry with a CBN cutting material, making it suitable for precision machining applications involving hard and abrasive workpiece materials.

CBN inserts are commonly selected for hard turning because cubic boron nitride offers high hardness and wear resistance compared with conventional carbide tooling. WNGA CBN inserts can be used for suitable finishing and hard-turning operations where dimensional consistency, edge stability and surface quality are important.

The WNGA geometry provides a compact multi-edge insert configuration suitable for appropriate CNC turning setups. Depending on the actual CBN grade and specification, the insert can be considered for machining hardened steel and other difficult-to-machine ferrous materials.

Cargo Carbide WNGA CBN Inserts are suitable for CNC lathes and turning centres used in precision engineering, automotive components, bearing components, gear manufacturing and other hard-machining applications.

Product Specifications

1. Hard Turning

Suitable for appropriate CNC hard-turning applications where CBN tooling is selected instead of conventional carbide.

2. Hardened Steel Machining

Can be used for suitable hardened-steel components according to the selected CBN grade and cutting parameters.

3. Precision Finishing

Suitable for applications requiring controlled dimensions and surface finish after hardening.

4. External Turning

Can be used for appropriate external-diameter machining of hard components.

5. Facing

Suitable for appropriate facing operations on hardened components.

Typical Industries

• Automotive components
• Bearing manufacturing
• Gear manufacturing
• Tool and die components
• Precision engineering
• Hardened machine components
• CNC job work
• Industrial machinery

Key Benefits

• CBN cutting material for demanding machining applications
• Designed for hard-turning operations
• Suitable for hardened-steel machining
• WNGA insert configuration
• High wear-resistance potential associated with CBN tooling
• Suitable for precision CNC turning
• Useful for finishing hardened components
• Multiple usable cutting edges depending on insert configuration
• Suitable for CNC lathes and turning centres

FAQs

1. What is a WNGA CBN insert?

A WNGA CBN insert is a CNC turning insert that combines the WNGA insert format with cubic boron nitride (CBN) cutting material. It is designed for suitable hard-turning and precision machining applications.

2. What is a WNGA CBN insert used for?

WNGA CBN inserts are intended for suitable hard-turning operations, particularly applications involving hardened steel and other difficult-to-machine ferrous materials.

3. Why use CBN instead of a conventional carbide insert for hard turning?

CBN is specifically developed for demanding cutting conditions where high hardness and wear resistance are important. For suitable hardened materials, CBN tooling can provide a different performance profile from conventional carbide tooling.

4. Can WNGA CBN inserts be used for finishing hardened steel?

Yes, WNGA CBN inserts can be considered for appropriate hardened-steel finishing applications. The correct CBN grade, nose radius, cutting speed, feed and depth of cut must be selected according to the workpiece and machine conditions.

5. How do I choose the correct WNGA CBN insert?

Selection should consider the hardness and material of the workpiece, required surface finish, cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut, machine rigidity and whether the operation is roughing, semi-finishing or finishing. The appropriate Cargo Carbide CBN grade and insert configuration should then be selected.