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Carmex Thread Turning Internal Insert - 55 Degree Partial - Left Hand - 16ILA55BMA

Carmex Thread Turning Internal Insert - 55 Degree Partial - Left Hand - 16ILA55BMA

SKU:16ILA55BMA

Meet the Carmex Thread Turning Internal Insert — 55° Partial, Left Hand (16ILA55BMA). This compact, laydown triangular insert is designed for internal thread turning, delivering reliable performa... Read more ↓
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Thread TypeInternal
Thread DirectionLeft Hand
Thread Form55 Degree Partial
Pitch0.5-1.5 (48-16)
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Description

Meet the Carmex Thread Turning Internal Insert — 55° Partial, Left Hand (16ILA55BMA). This compact, laydown triangular insert is designed for internal thread turning, delivering reliable performance across a wide range of thread standards. Whether you’re a professional machinist, engineer, or hobbyist, it provides consistent cutting results for both basic and demanding applications.

  • Wide thread-standard compatibility: Designed to cover the majority of thread standards in today’s market, reducing the need to stock multiple inserts and simplifying your tooling kit.
  • Versatile performance for varied jobs: The 55° partial, left-hand geometry delivers dependable results from simple tasks to tougher threading challenges, helping you stay on schedule.
  • Durable triangular laydown design: Built for stable engagement and reliable wear resistance, supporting longer tool life and fewer interruptions during production.

This insert supports efficient, repeatable internal threading work, helping you streamline setup, improve consistency, and achieve accurate thread quality across a broad range of materials and applications.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
16ILA55BMA
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.

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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.

Full Range: Carmex Thread Turning Internal Inserts - Partial Profile 55° - Right/Left Hand

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Product SKUThread TypeThread DirectionThread FormPitchInsert SizeGradePriceStock Order
06IRA55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-1.25 (48-20)6BMA£11.60 In Stock
08ILA55BMA InternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-1.5 (48-16)8BMA£8.90 In Stock
08IRA55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-1.5 (48-16)8BMA£11.60 5 days
11ILA55BMA InternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial0.50-1.50 (48-16)11BMA£8.10 In Stock
11IRA55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial0.50-1.50 (48-16)11BMA£10.55 5 days
16ILA55BMA ViewingInternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-1.5 (48-16)16BMA£9.50 In Stock
16ILAG55BMA InternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-3.0 (48-8)16BMA£9.50 5 days
16ILG55BMA InternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial1.75-3.0 (14-8)16BMA£9.50 5 days
16IRA55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-1.5 (48-16)16BMA£9.50 In Stock
16IRAG55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial0.5-3.0 (48-8)16BMA£9.50 In Stock
16IRG55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial1.75-3.0 (14-8)16BMA£9.50 5 days
22ILN55BMA InternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial3.5-5.0 (7-5)22BMA£10.69 5 days
22IRN55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial3.5-5.0 (7-5)22BMA£13.93 5 days
27ILQ55BMA InternalLeft Hand55 Degree Partial5.5-6.0 (4.5-4)27BMA£15.10 5 days
27IRQ55BMA InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial5.5-6.0 (4.5-4)27BMA£19.64 5 days
11IRA55BXC InternalRight Hand55 Degree Partial0.50-1.50 (48-16)11BXC£8.93 In Stock

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