Top 10 Best boring inserts in 2026

Last Updated - 6/15/2026

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Gluwoer

Gluwoer Indexable Lathe Turning Tool 1/2" Shank 14PCS Kit-4PCS Metal Lathe Tools Holder 10PCS CCMT09T304 Carbide Insert for Turning Boring Grooving SCMCN1212H09/SCLCL1212H09/SCLCR1212H09/S12M-SCLCR09

9.8

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9.8

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•Material: The tool handle is made of high-quality 40Cr steel, which is high-strength and wear-resistant; the blade is made of carbide material, which is strong and sharp, with excellent cutting performance and chip removal effect.
•Package include: 4pcs 1/2" turning tool holders(S12M-SCLCR09，SCLCR1212H09，SCLCL1212H09，SCMCN1212H09),10pcs carbide insert (CCMT09T304) and 4pcs matched wrenches.
•High precision: Each model is designed with precision calculations and craftsmanship to provide precise cutting performance. They are typically used forturning, facing, finish turning, external grooving, and more.
•Wide range of uses: The inserts are made of carbide, making our turning tools suitable for a wide variety of materials including steel, stainless steel, cast iron and more. This makes the tool more versatile and able to adapt to the turning needs of different materials.
•Maintenance and after-sales: The surface of the tool holder is coated with anti-rust oil to ensure long life and excellent durability of the product, please do not clean it. Unsatisfied with the product for any reason, please contact us and we will respond quickly.

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$33.99

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Diraeen

Diraeen 32pcs Carbide Lathe Tools,Tungsten Cutters Inserts Set for Wood Lathe Turning Tools, Include 11 mm Square with Radius, 12 mm and 8.9 mm Round, 30 x 10 mm Diamond,Screws

9.7

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9.7

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•【Carbide Lathe Tools】Replacement Tips with Screws Fits For Most Size 11 mm Square with Radius, 12 mm and 8.9 mm Round, 30 x 10 mm Diamond
•【Solid Tungsten Steel】All of the carbide lathe tools replacement inserts are made of quality solid tungsten steel. Super sharp and durable, long lasting and reliable, hard to break or deform, providing you with nice use experiences for a long time
•【16 screws】 The tungsten cutting tool blade comes with multiple screws. Fully equipped and easy to replace
•【Fits for wood lathe turning tools】This combination carbide insert kit works perfectly with our wood lathe turning tools kit.Meet the requirements of rough machining and finishing combination
•【High-quality after-sales service】If you are not satisfied with the product at any time within 1 years after purchase, we will provide a refund or replacement. Package included: 4*Square (11 x 11 mm), 4*Diamond (30 x 10 mm), 4* Round (diameter 12 x 2.5 mm) , 4*Round (diameter 8.9 x 1.85 mm), 16* Screws

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$21.99

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ASZLBYM

ASZLBYM 5/8" 36PCS Indexable Carbide Lathe Turning Tool Insert Holder Bit Set MTJNR1616H16 + MWLNR1616H08 + MCLNR1616H12 with CNMG 431 + WNMG 431 + TNMG 331 Indexable Carbide Turning Insert Blades

9.5

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9.5

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•●PACKAGE : you will receive 3 pieces 5/8 inch lathe indexable carbide turning tool holders, 1 piece MTJNR1616H16, 1 piece MWLNR1616H08, 1 piece MWLNR1616H08, 11 pieces CNMG 431,11 pieces WNMG 431, 11 pieces TNMG 331 indexable carbide turning insert blades, cufficient quantity and easy to replace.
•●MATERIAL : lathe indexable carbide turning tool holders are made of quality 40Cr steel; The 40Cr steel material makes the turning tool durable and adaptable; Indexable carbide turning insert blades are made of cemented carbide and use TIN coating, the blade has high hardness, low friction coefficient, nice wear resistance and chemical stability.
•●SIZE : diameter of the holder is (5/8 x 5/8 inches/ 16 x 16 mm); Overall length is 3-7/8 inch/ 100 mm, cutting direction is right hand; applicable machine tool is lathe; each tool holder has a black oxidized smooth surface.
•●EASY TO STORE : 33pieces indexable carbide turning inserts into 3 plastic boxes , each turning tool holder is placed in a plastic box, and Each box has a clear mark for easy identification of the product model, safe and easy to store.
•●MAYBE YOU NEED : If you need 5/8" left hand turning holder set, you can search for ASIN : B07B8XNH98 to buy it.

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$45.86

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HURRICANE

HURRICANE 8pc Wood Lathe Chisel Set Wood Turning Tools Wood Lathe Tools HSS Turning Tools for Woodworking with Wooden Box - Perfect Tools for Precision Cutting and Smooth, Detailed Projects

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9.4

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•Durable and Sharp Wood Lathe Tools: The HURRICANE Wood Lathe Tools set includes 8 precision-engineered tools designed for woodturning. Blade length 6-1/4", includes 8 chisels: Parting Tool 3/16” , Spear Scraper 5/8”, Skew Chisel 1”, Skew Chisel 5/8”, Spindle Gouge 3/4”, Round Nose Scraper 5/8”, Bowl Gouge 1/2”, Roughing Gouge 7/8”The set features a variety of chisels such as Parting Tool, Spear Scraper, and Skew Chisel. These turning tools for lathe are perfect for woodworkers of all skill level
•High-Quality M2 HSS Blades for Long-Lasting Performance: Equipped with high-speed steel (M2 HSS) blades, these wood turning tools are built to stay sharp and durable, offering up to 8 times longer sharpness retention between sharpenings than standard carbon steel. These lathe tools for woodturning are trusted by professional woodworkers and hobbyists for consistent, reliable performance.
•Comfortable and Sturdy Hardwood Handles: The lathe turning tools feature sturdy hardwood handles with brass ferrules, ensuring a comfortable and secure grip. These ergonomic handles provide enhanced stability, making your woodturning projects safer and more precise. Whether you're a novice or an expert, these tools will help improve your turning skills.
•Wooden Storage Case for Easy Organization and Transport: The set comes with a practical wooden storage case that keeps your woodturning tools organized and easy to transport. This case not only protects your wood lathe tools when not in use, but it also makes it convenient to take your tools to your workshop or any location where you want to work.
•Perfect for Both Beginners and Professionals: This set of lathe tools for woodturning is designed to meet the needs of both beginner and intermediate woodturners, while also being a fantastic choice for professionals looking for affordable, high-quality tools. These tools can tackle a wide variety of projects, from detailed decorative pieces to larger creations like bowls and spindles.

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LYMMIYTC

LYMMIYTC 3/8" 10mm Indexable Lathe Turning Tool 21Pcs Kit- 7Pcs Metal Lathe Tools Holder Set with 14Pcs Carbide Insert Turning Inserts for Turning Grooving Boring Threading Cutting.Carbide Lathe Tools

9.2

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9.2

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•All-in-One Kit:Our Indexable Lathe Turning Tool Set have 7Pcs different angled tool holders:SCLCR1010H06,SNR0010K11,SDJCR1010H07,SDNCN1010H07,MGEHR1010-2,SER1010H11,S10K-SCLCR06.You can easily choose the right tool for any project.
•Package include:7pcs 3/8" 10mm metal lathe tools holders, 14pcs carbide inserts and 8pcs matched wrenches.Whether you are a professional or a DIY enthusiast, our products are your reliable assistants.
•Excellent materials:The turning holders is made of high-quality 40Cr steel and is coated with anti-rust oil. It has excellent hardness and speed, and is durable, eliminating the trouble of frequent tool replacement.
•Versatile Inserts:Our carbide inserts are CVD coated. Strong and sharp, with excellent cutting performance and chip removal effect. Suitable for stainless steel, steel, cast iron, etc.
•The turning tool holders adopts a detachable inserts design, making inserts replacement more convenient and faster.We provide 24h support, 3months refund, 360days warranty. Don't hesitate–get yours now!

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$37.59

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SATPISTOUL

20PCS TCMT16T304(TCMT32.51)Carbide Turning Inserts for CNC Lathe Cutting Tools, Turning Inserts Cutting Tools for Steel Parts and Stainless Steel for Metal Cutting Cutter bar (20PCS TCMT16T304 bronze)

9.1

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9.1

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•· Exceptional Performance: Our TCMT16T304 inserts are Carbide Turning Inserts designed for finishing and semi-finishing various steel, stainless steel, and cast iron workpieces, including 45# steel, spring steel, H13 steel, and 42Cr steel. The carbide inserts for metal lathe deliver outstanding results even in very dirty environments.
•· Advanced Coating: Coated with CVD, these carbide lathe tool inserts are perfect for processing steel and stainless steel parts. The coating provides strong impact resistance, high precision, excellent finish, and superior wear resistance, ensuring a longer external turning inserts life.
•· Superior Durability: Made from solid carbide with a tin coating, our carbide turning inserts tcmt16t304 offer excellent wear and heat resistance. The carbide cutter inserts are vacuum-hardened and crafted with exquisite precision, ensuring easy cutting and reducing the likelihood of sticking to holders or workpieces.
•· Optimized Design: Featuring a blade length of 16.5mm, outer diameter of 9.5mm, inner diameter of 4.4mm, thickness of 3.97mm, and R=0.4mm, these carbide inserts are adaptable to M4*10 screws and STFCR16 turning tool holders. Their triangle design with three usable corners ensures maximum efficiency.
•· Versatile Application: The carbide inserts for metal lathe ideal for turning and finishing a wide range of materials, including steel, cast iron, and non-ferrous materials. The positive cutting action, lower cutting force, and enhanced tool life make these carbide turning inserts a valuable addition to any machining setup.

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plebanred

35PCS Carbide Lathe Tools Carbide Inserts for Wood Lathe Turning Tool,Include 11mm Square with Radius,12mm and 8.9mm Round,30x10mm Diamond with Sharp Point with Screws 12pcs (M4*8)

8.9

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8.9

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•Super Sharp & Durable: All of the lathe tools replacement inserts are made of quality solid tungsten steel. Polished to a mirror finish for smoother cutting and longer tool life. Providing you a better experience and durable use
•Perfect Carbide Tips: The tungsten carbide cutter inserts are combination sets for rougher, detailer, hollower, finisher. Compatible with wood turning tools and other related accessories, meet the requirements of rough machining and finishing combination
•Exquisite Technology: The inserts had been high precision polished, which oxidation resistance and corrosion resistance. Knife surface is not stained with sawdust, easy to maintain and clean. Improve the aesthetics and smoothness of your diy woodcraft
•Versatile Functions: The carbide woodturning cutter is reversible and indexable, just rotate the inserts that would giving you numerous fresh edges without sharpening. Save your time. The right 30° cutting angle is ground. Cuts cleanly and safely
•High-quality after-sales service: If you are not satisfied with the product at any time within 1 years after purchase, we will provide a refund or replacement. You will get 4 kinds of tungsten cutters inserts, which are square (11 x 11 x2mm), diamond shape (10 x 30 x 2.5mm), 2 kinds round shapes (12 x 12 x 2.5mm and 8.9 x 8.9 x2 mm) and 4pcs screws. 16pieces in total

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HHIP

HHIP 2037-1210 Style SRDCN 08-10A Turning Tool Holder

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8.8

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•Shank is 1/2" X 1/2".
•Overall length is 4".
•1/4" offset.
•7 degree relief.

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$32.52

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YoShin

21 PCS Kit,Indexable Lathe Turning Tool,3/8" 10mm Shank,7Pcs Metal Lathe Cutting Holder with 14Pcs Carbide Turning Inserts,Carbide Lathe Turning Tools for Turning Grooving Threading Boring

8.6

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8.6

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•Premium Material: Crafted from high-quality 40CR steel with a smooth black oxide finish for durability and easy identification
•Indexable Inserts: Includes coated indexable carbide inserts featuring a positive rake cutting angle and built-in chip breaker for versatile cutting tasks
•Versatile Design: The tool set comprises 7 holders and 14 inserts, suitable for threading, turning, cutoff, boring, facing, and external grooving operations
•Precision and Stability: Strict quality control ensures consistent size and shape of the lathe tools, enhancing machining accuracy while reducing vibration and noise
•Wide Application: From stainless steel to tough alloys, with our sturdy coated carbide inserts that ensure smooth, wear-resistant cuts for all your demanding projects

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YOYO TOOLS

YOYO TOOLS, 58In Lathe Tool Holder MWLNR1616H08 Indexable Carbide Turning Tool Holder and 5pcs WNMG080404 (WNMG 431) Carbide Inserts Lathe Cutting Tool (MWLNR1616H08 + 5pcs WNMG 431)

8.5

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8.5

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•Models: 5/8" MWLNR1616H08 and 5pcs WNMG080404 (WNMG 431)
•Shank Diameter （length×width）: ( 5/8"x5/8" inch / 16*16mm)，Overall Length：( 3.94" inch / 100mm) , Cutting Direction：right hand .
•The Holder is black oxidized smooth surface and Tool Hardness, Turning inserts exquisite workmanship, High Strength, High Toughness, Stable and Durable.
•Package : 1pc 5/8" MWLNR1616H08 Holder + 5pcs WNMG080404 (WNMG 431) Carbide Inserts

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$28.89

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