Lathe Parting Off Tool

QuadCutOff® – the precision parting off tool lathe solution 

QuadCutOff® from Scandinavian Tool Systems is engineered for manufacturers who demand reliable, burr-free cut-offs in CNC and manual lathes. This high-speed-steel (HSS) system with TiN coating excels where carbide struggles: thin-wall tubing, softer alloys and low cutting-speed applications. Thanks to razor-sharp, ground cutting edges, it delivers clean separations, minimal chatter and extended tool life even on light-duty machines. 

Two insert families for optimum diameter coverage

Insert series  Max solid bar Ø  Typical tube Ø* 
Q16  13 mm  up to ~24 mm 
Q25  20 mm  up to ~32 mm 

*Larger tube diameters are possible because the blade stops short of centre; refer to the application diagram for exact limits. 

Recommended cutting speed (m/min)

  • Low-carbon steel < 650 N/mm²: 40–60 
  • Carbon steel 650–850 N/mm²: 30–40 
  • Alloyed & heat-resistant steels: 30–40 
  • Stainless steel: 30–40 
  • Cast iron HB 150–250: 20–30 
  • Non-ferrous materials: up to 200 

Suggested feed per revolution (mm/rev)

Material  Q16-1.0  Q16-1.2  Q16-1.5  Q25-1.5  Q25-2.0 
Low-carbon steel  0.08–0.10  0.08–0.10  0.10–0.15  0.10–0.15  0.10–0.20 
Carbon & alloy steels  0.04–0.06  0.05–0.06  0.05–0.10  0.05–0.10  0.08–0.15 
Stainless steel  0.05–0.06  0.05–0.06  0.05–0.10  0.05–0.10  0.08–0.15 
Cast iron HB 180–250  0.05–0.06  0.05–0.06  0.05–0.10  0.05–0.10  0.08–0.15 
Non-ferrous  –0.20  –0.20  –0.25  –0.25  –0.25 

Why choose QuadCutOff® as your parting off tool for your lathe?

  • High precision: repeatable insert indexing maintains tight tolerances on part length. 
  • Lower spindle power: HSS geometry produces thinner chips, reducing cutting forces. 
  • Extended versatility: one holder accepts both Q16 and Q25 inserts for rapid change-overs. 
  • Reduced downtime: robust clamping and star-drive screw enable quick, secure insert swaps. 

Upgrade your machining centre with QuadCutOff® and experience a new standard in parting performance. Contact our technical team or your local distributor to select the ideal parting off tool lathe configuration for your materials and diameters.