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CARMEX Shim Seat AI 16 for Indexable Cutting Tools - Shim Seats for Indexable Cutting Tools
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CARMEX Shim Seat AI 16 for Indexable Cutting Tools

The CARMEX Shim Seat (SKU 3G-OTH-455403) is a shim seat for indexable cutting tools, designed for use with the 4PMZ1. It fits Carmex brand inserts with a 3/8 in inscribed circle (MPN AI 16).

SKU 3G-OTH-455403

Also listed as: AI16 · AI-16

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Shim Seat AI 16 for Indexable Cutting Tools
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Shim Seats for Indexable Cutting Tools
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
AI 16
Type
Fits Carmex Brand
Insert Inscribed Circle
3/8 in

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Product Description

The CARMEX Shim Seat (SKU 3G-OTH-455403) is a shim seat for indexable cutting tools, designed for use with the 4PMZ1. It fits Carmex brand inserts with a 3/8 in inscribed circle (MPN AI 16).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CARMEX Shim Seat used for?

A CARMEX Shim Seat supports and positions indexable cutting inserts in tool holders. It is designed for use with the SIR 1000 R16 and fits Carmex brand inserts with a 3/8 in inscribed circle (MPN AI 16), ensuring precise alignment and repeatability in machining operations.

What are the specifications of the CARMEX Shim Seat AI 16?

The CARMEX Shim Seat (SKU 3G-OTH-455403) is for use with the SIR 1000 R16 and fits Carmex brand inserts. It has a 3/8 in insert inscribed circle and carries manufacturer part number AI 16. It is a shim seat for indexable cutting tools, supporting insert stability during machining.

Where to buy CARMEX Shim Seat AI 16 worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the CARMEX Shim Seat AI 16 to customers worldwide. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us to order this shim seat for your machining operations.

How to install a CARMEX Shim Seat for indexable cutting tools?

To install a CARMEX Shim Seat, first clean the tool holder pocket. Place the shim seat securely in the pocket, ensuring it aligns with the insert's 3/8 in inscribed circle. Then mount the Carmex insert (MPN AI 16) and tighten the clamping screw to the manufacturer's recommended torque for stable cutting.

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Common applications for CARMEX
Oil and gas — CARMEX threading inserts for NPT pipe threads in valve and fitting manufacturing
Automotive — CARMEX boring bars for internal threading in engine components and hydraulic parts
General engineering — CARMEX UN threading inserts for bolt and nut production in high-volume machining
Aerospace — CARMEX metric threading inserts for precision fasteners in structural assemblies
Hydraulics — CARMEX BSP threading inserts for port connections in cylinder and pump components

CARMEX Products

3G Electric supplies CARMEX shim seats for indexable cutting tools. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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