Parting Brazed Turning Tool ISO7 - Pafana (Poland)
The Pafana ISO7 side-brazed turning tool is a carbide-tipped lathe tool used for parting and side-turning operations on centre lathes and manual turning machines. Manufactured in Poland by Pafana, it has a solid steel shank with a brazed-on carbide tip, and is a workshop staple for toolrooms, fabrication shops, and machine shops that need a rigid, resharpenable turning tool rather than an indexable insert holder. SAN Tools stocks the full Pafana ISO7 range from our branches in Dubai (Al Quoz), Sharjah and Ajman, with UAE-wide delivery.
Key features
- Brazed carbide tip — a solid carbide insert is brazed directly to the steel shank, giving a rigid cutting edge that can be reground and reused many times.
- Right and left hand versions — supplied for both spindle orientations so it can be set up on either side of the workpiece.
- Choice of carbide grades — available in K20, P30 and P40 grades to suit different work materials and cutting conditions.
- Wide range of shank sizes — from 8x8mm up to 32x20mm, so a matching size is available for most toolpost and turret configurations.
- ISO7 profile — a standard side/parting tool geometry, familiar to lathe operators and compatible with common square toolholders.
Applications
- Parting off and side turning on manual and conventional lathes
- General turning of mild steel, cast iron and alloy steel (grade-dependent)
- Toolroom and production turning where a resharpenable brazed tool is preferred over inserts
- Facing and shoulder work where a rigid, single-piece tool holds up under interrupted cuts
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Pafana (Poland) |
| Tool type | Side-brazed turning tool, ISO7 |
| Construction | Steel shank with brazed carbide tip |
| Hand orientation | Right and Left |
| Carbide grades | K20, P30, P40 |
| Body sizes | 8x8, 10x10, 12x08, 12x12, 16x10, 16x16, 20x12, 20x20, 25x16, 25x25, 32x20mm (mm shank sections) |
| Sizes / variants available | Combinations of Size (1006, 1010, 1208, 1212, 1610, 1616, 2012, 2020, 2516, 2525, 3220, 3232), Style (Right/Left) and Grade (K20, P30, P40) |
How to choose
- Match the shank size to your toolpost or turret clamping capacity — larger sections give more rigidity for heavier cuts.
- Pick right or left hand to suit the side of the workpiece you are cutting from.
- Use K20 for cast iron and non-ferrous materials, and P30 or P40 for steels — P40 grades are generally tougher and better suited to interrupted or heavier cuts.
- Keep a spare of your most-used size and grade on hand, since brazed tools need periodic regrinding.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between K20, P30 and P40 grades?
These are carbide grade classifications: K-grades suit cast iron and non-ferrous metals, while P-grades are formulated for steel. P40 is generally a tougher, more shock-resistant grade than P30, making it better suited to interrupted cuts or less rigid setups.
Can these tools be reground once the edge wears?
Yes. Because the carbide tip is brazed onto the steel shank, the tool can be reground on a tool and cutter grinder to restore the cutting edge and geometry, extending its usable life well beyond a single edge.
Is this available from stock in the UAE?
Available from our Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman branches with UAE-wide delivery; request a quote or WhatsApp +971 52 132 7742.
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