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Carmex Thread Turning External Insert - Round - Left Hand - 16EL6RDK20

Carmex Thread Turning External Insert - Round - Left Hand - 16EL6RDK20

SKU:16EL6RDK20

Our thread turning inserts are an industry-leading solution recognized worldwide. This model features a laydown triangular insert profile designed to cover the majority of thread standards used t... Read more ↓
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Thread TypeExternal
Thread DirectionLeft Hand
Thread FormRound
Pitch6
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Description

Our thread turning inserts are an industry-leading solution recognized worldwide. This model features a laydown triangular insert profile designed to cover the majority of thread standards used today.

Ideal for engineers, machinists, buyers, tradespeople, and hobbyists, it handles a wide range of tasks—from basic threading to the most demanding applications—with dependable performance.

  • Extensive thread-standard coverage: Designed to work with the majority of thread standards currently in use, reducing the need to stock multiple inserts and speeding up setup.
  • Versatile performance across applications: Suitable for tasks from straightforward to highly demanding, delivering consistent results across a variety of materials and thread types.
  • Worldwide recognition and trusted quality: Part of an industry-leading range that is recognized globally, providing reliable, repeatable threading performance you can depend on.

This insert streamlines your threading work by reducing tool changes and setup time, while delivering reliable, repeatable results across many job types. Its broad compatibility and proven quality help you complete more work with fewer interruptions, improving overall productivity and project consistency.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
16EL6RDK20
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.

Ask our technical team about this tool

Not sure if this is the right tool for your job? Ask us about speeds and feeds, material suitability, holders or alternatives — 30+ years of machining experience on the other end.

Prefer to talk? Call 01732 887334 — Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.

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