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Carmex Swiss Line G6 Insert - Front Turning Cutting Edge - Right Hand - G6FRT38BLU

SKU:G6FRT38BLU

The Carmex Swiss Line G6 Insert is a front turning cutting edge designed for Swiss‑type lathes. This insert features six cutting edges, allowing quick edge indexing to keep your workflow moving a... Read more ↓
ApplicationFront Turning
HandRight Hand
Max Depth3.8
PitchN/A
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Description

The Carmex Swiss Line G6 Insert is a front turning cutting edge designed for Swiss‑type lathes. This insert features six cutting edges, allowing quick edge indexing to keep your workflow moving and your parts consistent. While these inserts were originally developed for back turning applications, they are also well suited for external chamfering and general turning tasks on Swiss machines.

  • Six cutting edges for extended life: Rotate to a fresh edge as one wears, reducing downtime and delivering more parts per insert without constant tool changes.
  • Front turning edge with versatile use: Optimized for front turning and chamfering on Swiss‑type machines, with the ability to handle back turning jobs when needed for added flexibility.
  • Right‑hand orientation (G6FRT38BLU): Accurately matches your Swiss machine’s cutting direction and setup, ensuring reliable performance and straightforward indexing.

This insert combination supports reliable, versatile performance across back turning, external chamfering, and general turning tasks on Swiss machines. The six usable edges and right‑hand geometry help maintain a smooth workflow, reduce downtime, and deliver consistent results that you can trust in demanding production environments.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
G6FRT38BLU
Brand
Carmex
Category
Swiss Line
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

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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.

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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.

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Full Range: Carmex G6 Swiss Line Inserts - Front Turning

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Product SKUApplicationHandMax DepthPitchRWidthParting AngleFeed mm/revPriceStock Order
G6FRT38BLU ViewingFront TurningRight Hand3.8N/A0.1N/AN/A0.05-0.12£37.80 5 days
G6FLT38BLU Front TurningLeft Hand3.8N/A0.1N/AN/A0.05-0.12£37.80 5 days

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