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Vortex Carbide Turning Insert- General Machining - Aluminium & Non Ferrous - SCGT120408 ALU SMU10

SCGT120408 ALU SMU10 - Vortex Carbide Turning Insert - General Machining - Aluminium & Non Ferrous

SKU:PRO1800115

The Vortex SCGT120408 ALU SMU10 Carbide Turning Insert is engineered for general machining of aluminium and non-ferrous materials. It delivers exceptional sharpness and a refined surface finish, ... Read more ↓
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ISO CodeSCGT120408 ALU SMU10
SubstrateCarbide
StyleSCGT
Size1204--
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Description

The Vortex SCGT120408 ALU SMU10 Carbide Turning Insert is engineered for general machining of aluminium and non-ferrous materials. It delivers exceptional sharpness and a refined surface finish, helping you cut cleaner with fewer passes.

With a polished seating surface and precision-ground edges, this insert promotes efficient chip evacuation, reducing built-up edge and extending tool life. Built for high-speed, precise turning, it provides smooth, consistent performance across a range of aluminium and non-ferrous applications.

  • Precision-ground edges for consistent finishes: Sharp, uniform edges produce stable, accurate cuts on aluminium and non-ferrous materials, helping you achieve uniform surface quality with fewer passes.
  • Polished surface and efficient chip evacuation: Smooth contact surfaces and controlled edge geometry aid fast chip flow, reduce edge buildup, and lower maintenance downtime.
  • High-speed turning readiness with reliable durability: Optimized for fast, repeatable cutting performance in demanding production environments, delivering dependable results over many cycles.

This combination of edge geometry, polished finish, and chip-control translates into tangible workflow advantages: higher throughput from faster cutting without sacrificing accuracy, longer tool life with fewer tool changes, and consistently smooth part finishes that reduce downstream finishing work.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
PRO1800115
Brand
Vortex
Category
ISO Lathe Tool
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.

Full Range: Vortex Carbide Turning Inserts - General Machining - For Aluminium & Non Ferrous Materials (SCGT)

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