Kennametal Beyond grade family is engineered for demanding aerospace and energy applications.
Naming Convention
KC + [Material code] + [Number]
- KCP = Steel (P-class)
- KCM = Stainless (M-class)
- KCK = Cast iron (K-class)
- KCU = Universal
- KCS = Superalloys (S-class)
Higher number = tougher. Lower number = harder/wear-resistant.
Steel Turning (KCP series)
| Grade | Best For |
|---|---|
| KCP05 | Steel finishing, high-speed turning |
| KCP10 | General steel turning |
| KCP25 | Steel roughing, interrupted |
| KCP35 | Heavy roughing, scaled steel |
Stainless Turning (KCM series)
| Grade | Best For |
|---|---|
| KCM15 | Stainless finishing |
| KCM25 | General stainless (most popular) |
| KCM35 | Duplex, interrupted cuts |
Superalloy Turning (KCS series)
- KCS10B — Inconel 718, Hastelloy. Submicron + AlTiN
- KCS25B — Tougher for interrupted superalloys
- KCSM40 — Titanium turning, high feed
How to Choose
- Identify ISO material class (P/M/K/S)
- Pick first 3 letters
- Pick number: lower for finishing, higher for roughing
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