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16EL16STACMEBMA - Carmex Thread Turning External Insert - Stub Acme - Left Hand
| Thread Type | External |
| Thread Direction | Left Hand |
| Thread Form | Stub Acme |
| Pitch | 16 |
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Carmex Thread Turning External Insert - Stub Acme - Left Hand - 16EL16STACMEBMA is part of Carmex's industry-leading range of thread turning inserts. These high-quality, laydown triangular inserts are designed for external threading and are compatible with a wide range of thread standards used in today’s workshops.
They’re built for versatility, capable of handling applications from straightforward threading tasks to the more demanding jobs, making them a reliable choice for engineers, buyers, tradespeople, hobbyists, and maintenance teams alike.
- Broad thread standard compatibility: Designed to cover the majority of thread standards in use today, reducing the need to stock multiple inserts and simplify your tooling kit.
- Laydown triangular geometry for stable performance: The laydown design provides consistent engagement and predictable results across a wide range of external threading tasks.
- Left-hand Stub Acme configuration: Specifically engineered for left-hand threads and stub Acme profiles to ensure accurate starts and clean thread surfaces.
With Carmex, you get a proven solution that adapts to many threading requirements without swapping inserts. The combination of broad compatibility, purpose-built geometry, and a left-hand stub Acme format helps you complete jobs faster, reduce setup time, and deliver reliable thread quality on every part.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- 16EL16STACMEBMA
- Brand
- Carmex
- Category
- Thread Turning
Delivery
Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 ex VAT. In-stock items ordered before 4:30pm are dispatched the same working day. Full delivery information.
Returns
14-day returns on unused stock items in original packaging. Special-order and bespoke tooling is non-returnable. Read our returns policy.
Technical Support
Over 30 years of machining experience behind the counter. Call 01732 887334, Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.
Trade Accounts
Credit accounts, contract pricing and scheduled call-off orders available for trade customers. Apply for an account.
What time are Protool open?
We are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.
Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?
Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.
We also offer the following:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
- DPD Local Next Day — £8.00 (FREE on orders over £100 ex VAT*). Standard next day delivery to UK mainland addresses.
- Royal Mail Special Delivery — £12.50. Guaranteed delivery before 1pm the next working day.
- DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.
For delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, or overseas locations, additional charges apply. Please see our delivery page for full details, or call us on 01732 887 334.
*T's & C's and exclusions apply. Please see our delivery page for more information on all our services.










