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Carmex Thread Turning External Insert - UN (UNC,UNF,UNEF,UNS) - Left Hand - 16EL18UNBMA
| Thread Type | External |
| Thread Direction | Left Hand |
| Thread Form | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) |
| Pitch | 18 |
| Insert Size | 16 |
| Grade | BMA |
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Meet the Carmex Thread Turning External Insert for UN thread standards (UNC, UNF, UNEF, UNS). This left-hand, laydown triangular insert is designed to deliver dependable, consistent threading across a wide range of applications—from simple projects to demanding production runs (16EL18UNBMA).
- Broad UN thread compatibility: Works with the major UN thread standards in a single insert, reducing tool changes and simplifying setup for UNC, UNF, UNEF, and UNS external threads.
- Left-hand threading optimization: Engineered specifically for left-hand threads, providing stable cutting action and predictable results on specialized workpieces.
- Durable laydown triangular geometry: Triangular, laydown design promotes even contact and efficient chip flow, supporting longer tool life and consistent thread quality.
This insert helps you streamline production by enabling reliable, repeatable threading across a broad range of UN standards. Its left-hand optimization and robust geometry reduce downtime, improve part-to-part consistency, and support faster turnaround on both small runs and larger production jobs.
| Thread Type | External |
| Thread Direction | Left Hand |
| Thread Form | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) |
| Pitch | 18 |
| Insert Size | 16 |
| Grade | BMA |
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Full Range: Carmex Thread Turning External Inserts - Unified - Right/Left Hand
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| Product SKU | Thread Type | Thread Direction | Thread Form | Pitch | Insert Size | Grade | Price | Stock | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16EL10UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 10 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL11.5UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 11.5 | 16 | BMA | £8.59 | 5 days | |
| 16EL11UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 11 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL12UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 12 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL13UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 13 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL14UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 14 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16EL16UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 16 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL18UNBMA Viewing | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 18 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16EL20UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 20 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL24UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 24 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL27UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 27 | 16 | BMA | £8.59 | 5 days | |
| 16EL28UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 28 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL32UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 32 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL36UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 36 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL40UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 40 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL44UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 44 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL48UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 48 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL56UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 56 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL64UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 64 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL72UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 72 | 16 | BMA | £11.16 | 5 days | |
| 16EL8UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 8 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16EL9UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 9 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16ER10UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 10 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER11.5UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 11.5 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER11UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 11 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER12UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 12 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER13UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 13 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16ER14UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 14 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16ER16UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 16 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16ER18UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 18 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER20UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 20 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER24UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 24 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER27UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 27 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16ER28UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 28 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER32UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 32 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 16ER36UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 36 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | In Stock | |
| 16ER40UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 40 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | In Stock | |
| 16ER44UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 44 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | 5 days | |
| 16ER48UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 48 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | In Stock | |
| 16ER56UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 56 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | In Stock | |
| 16ER64UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 64 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | In Stock | |
| 16ER72UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 72 | 16 | BMA | £10.94 | In Stock | |
| 16ER8UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 8 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | In Stock | |
| 16ER9UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 9 | 16 | BMA | £8.44 | 5 days | |
| 22EL5UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 5 | 22 | BMA | £12.59 | 5 days | |
| 22EL6UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 6 | 22 | BMA | £12.59 | 5 days | |
| 22EL7UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 7 | 22 | BMA | £12.59 | 5 days | |
| 22ER5UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 5 | 22 | BMA | £12.38 | In Stock | |
| 22ER6UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 6 | 22 | BMA | £12.38 | In Stock | |
| 22ER7UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 7 | 22 | BMA | £12.38 | In Stock | |
| 27EL4.5UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 4.5 | 27 | BMA | £17.79 | 5 days | |
| 27EL4UNBMA | External | Left Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 4 | 27 | BMA | £17.79 | 5 days | |
| 27ER4UNBMA | External | Right Hand | UN (UNC UNF UNEF UNS) | 4 | 27 | BMA | £17.46 | In Stock |
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