HM90 APKT1003PDR IC908 Iscar 90° Shoulder Milling Insert For Steel & Stainless Steel

HM90 APKT1003PDR IC908 is a high-performance indexable milling insert designed for efficient 90-degree shoulder milling and face milling applications. As part of the Sandvik Coromant HM90 milling system, this insert features the standard APKT1003PDR geometry combined with the advanced IC908 PVD-coated carbide grade, delivering excellent wear resistance, cutting stability, and consistent tool life in medium to high-speed milling operations.

This insert is ideal for shoulder milling, side milling, face milling, and cavity roughing to semi-finishing, offering low cutting forces, high metal removal rates, and reliable surface quality. It is widely used in industries such as general machining, automotive manufacturing, mold & die, and mechanical engineering.

• True 90° Shoulder Milling Capability
  Ensures accurate vertical walls and sharp corners for precision components.

• IC908 Advanced Coated Carbide Grade
  PVD coating provides excellent wear resistance, edge toughness, and thermal stability, especially for steel and stainless steel machining.

• Low Cutting Force Geometry
  Optimized chipbreaker and positive rake angle reduce cutting resistance and machine load.

• Double-Sided Cutting Edges
  Two usable cutting edges per insert improve cost efficiency and productivity.

• Stable and Predictable Performance
  Consistent tool life and dimensional accuracy in continuous and batch production.

• Carbon steels (ISO P)

• Alloy steels

• Stainless steels (ISO M)

• Cast steels

• Selected heat-resistant alloys (under controlled cutting conditions)

• Face milling

• 90° shoulder milling

• Step milling

• Pocket milling

• Roughing and semi-finishing operations

• High-volume and automated production

• Insert Type: HM90 APKT1003PDR

• Insert Shape: APKT (positive geometry)

• Number of Cutting Edges: 2

• Grade: IC908

• Machining Process: Milling

• Application Type: Roughing / Semi-finishing

• Clamping Style: Screw clamping