{"id":12966,"date":"2024-07-25T07:20:01","date_gmt":"2024-07-25T07:20:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/?p=12966"},"modified":"2026-08-05T09:53:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T09:53:03","slug":"apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"APMT vs APKT: un rapido confronto"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">APKT vs APMT Inserts: What Is the Difference and Are They Interchangeable?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>APKT and APMT milling inserts share the same basic shape, 11\u00b0 relief-angle designation and hole\/chip-form code. Their main designation difference is the third letter: K or M, which identifies the tolerance class.<\/strong><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #993030;color:#993030\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_Do_APKT_and_APMT_Mean\" >What Do APKT and APMT Mean?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#A_%E2%80%94_Basic_Insert_Shape\" >A \u2014 Basic Insert Shape<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#P_%E2%80%94_Relief_Angle\" >P \u2014 Relief Angle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#K_or_M_%E2%80%94_Tolerance_Class\" >K or M \u2014 Tolerance Class<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#T_%E2%80%94_Hole_and_Chip-Form_Configuration\" >T \u2014 Hole and Chip-Form Configuration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#The_Real_Difference_K-Class_vs_M-Class_Tolerance\" >The Real Difference: K-Class vs M-Class Tolerance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_the_K_and_M_Letters_Do_Not_Tell_You\" >What the K and M Letters Do Not Tell You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Are_APKT_and_APMT_Inserts_Interchangeable\" >Are APKT and APMT Inserts Interchangeable?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Compatibility_Checklist\" >Compatibility Checklist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#APKT1604_vs_APMT1604_Dimensions\" >APKT1604 vs APMT1604 Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#APKT1135_vs_APMT1135_Dimensions\" >APKT1135 vs APMT1135 Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_About_APKT1705_and_APMT1705\" >What About APKT1705 and APMT1705?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Which_Should_You_Choose_APKT_or_APMT\" >Which Should You Choose: APKT or APMT?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#1_Identify_the_Cutter_Pocket\" >1. Identify the Cutter Pocket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#2_Confirm_the_Complete_Insert_Code\" >2. Confirm the Complete Insert Code<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#3_Select_the_Geometry_for_the_Operation\" >3. Select the Geometry for the Operation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#4_Select_the_Grade_for_the_Workpiece_Material\" >4. Select the Grade for the Workpiece Material<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#5_Consider_Machine_and_Setup_Stability\" >5. Consider Machine and Setup Stability<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Why_Does_an_APKT_or_APMT_Insert_Not_Fit_the_Cutter\" >Why Does an APKT or APMT Insert Not Fit the Cutter?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#The_Insert_Does_Not_Sit_Flat\" >The Insert Does Not Sit Flat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#The_Screw_Does_Not_Center_Correctly\" >The Screw Does Not Center Correctly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#One_Insert_Leaves_a_Visible_Line\" >One Insert Leaves a Visible Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#The_Cutter_Chatters_After_Changing_Inserts\" >The Cutter Chatters After Changing Inserts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_is_the_main_difference_between_APKT_and_APMT\" >What is the main difference between APKT and APMT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_does_APKT_mean\" >What does APKT mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_does_APMT_mean\" >What does APMT mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Can_APKT_replace_APMT\" >Can APKT replace APMT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Is_APKT1604_the_same_size_as_APMT1604\" >Is APKT1604 the same size as APMT1604?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Is_APKT_better_for_aluminum\" >Is APKT better for aluminum?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Is_APMT_better_for_steel\" >Is APMT better for steel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Does_K_mean_that_the_whole_insert_is_precision_ground\" >Does K mean that the whole insert is precision ground?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#What_information_should_I_send_when_requesting_a_replacement_insert\" >What information should I send when requesting a replacement insert?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/apmt-vs-apkt-a-quick-comparison\/#Final_Recommendation\" >Final Recommendation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>However, the tolerance letter alone does not tell you whether an insert is designed for aluminum, steel, roughing or finishing. It also does not guarantee that an APKT insert will fit an APMT cutter pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The practical answer is simple: <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/milling-inserts\/apkt-insert\/\"   title=\"APKT Insert\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2026\" target=\"_blank\">APKT<\/a> and APMT inserts are not automatically interchangeable.<\/strong> Before replacing one with the other, confirm the complete insert designation, nominal dimensions, mounting hole, cutter pocket, screw, corner radius, chipbreaker and carbide grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ISO 1832 designation system assigns the third letter to the tolerance class and defines the relevant dimensions as the inscribed-circle diameter, nose height and insert thickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"APKT_vs_APMT_Quick_Comparison\"><\/span>APKT vs APMT: Quick Comparison<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>APKT<\/th><th>APMT<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Basic shape<\/td><td>A: parallelogram-shaped insert<\/td><td>A: parallelogram-shaped insert<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Relief angle<\/td><td>P: 11\u00b0 positive relief<\/td><td>P: 11\u00b0 positive relief<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tolerance class<\/td><td>K class<\/td><td>M class<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hole and chip-form code<\/td><td>T<\/td><td>T<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Inscribed-circle tolerance<\/td><td>Size-dependent, generally \u00b10.05 to \u00b10.15 mm<\/td><td>Size-dependent, generally \u00b10.05 to \u00b10.15 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nose-height tolerance<\/td><td>\u00b10.013 mm<\/td><td>Size-dependent, generally \u00b10.08 to \u00b10.20 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Thickness tolerance<\/td><td>\u00b10.025 mm<\/td><td>\u00b10.13 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Edge sharpness<\/td><td>Not defined by the K letter alone<\/td><td>Not defined by the M letter alone<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Workpiece material<\/td><td>Determined by geometry, grade and coating<\/td><td>Determined by geometry, grade and coating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Roughing or finishing<\/td><td>Determined by the complete model<\/td><td>Determined by the complete model<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Automatically interchangeable<\/td><td>No<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important tolerance difference is not the inscribed-circle tolerance, because the published K- and M-class ranges for that dimension are the same. The larger differences appear in nose-height and thickness tolerances. Exact tolerances can also depend on insert size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Key point:<\/strong> K and M identify tolerance classes. They do not, by themselves, define the carbide grade, coating, chipbreaker, cutting-edge preparation or recommended workpiece material.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_APKT_and_APMT_Mean\"><\/span>What Do APKT and APMT Mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The four-letter insert family code provides basic information about the insert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_%E2%80%94_Basic_Insert_Shape\"><\/span>A \u2014 Basic Insert Shape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first letter identifies the basic shape. In the ISO 1832 designation system, <strong>A represents a parallelogram-shaped insert with an 85\u00b0 included angle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"P_%E2%80%94_Relief_Angle\"><\/span>P \u2014 Relief Angle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The second letter identifies the normal relief angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>P represents an 11\u00b0 relief angle<\/strong>, which makes APKT and APMT positive-style insert families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Positive-clearance inserts can reduce cutting forces compared with zero-clearance insert designs, but actual cutting performance still depends on the cutter body, rake geometry, chipbreaker and edge preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"K_or_M_%E2%80%94_Tolerance_Class\"><\/span>K or M \u2014 Tolerance Class<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The third letter is the main difference between APKT and APMT:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>APKT uses the K tolerance class.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>APMT uses the M tolerance class.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The tolerance class controls permissible variation in selected insert dimensions. It should not be interpreted as a material or application code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"T_%E2%80%94_Hole_and_Chip-Form_Configuration\"><\/span>T \u2014 Hole and Chip-Form Configuration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the ISO-style milling code guide used for these insert families, <strong>T identifies a screw-hole insert with chip-forming features on one face<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The four letters only identify the basic family. The numbers and suffixes that follow are still needed to identify the complete insert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Real_Difference_K-Class_vs_M-Class_Tolerance\"><\/span>The Real Difference: K-Class vs M-Class Tolerance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ISO 1832 uses three principal dimensions when describing these tolerance classes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>d:<\/strong> nominal inscribed-circle diameter;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>m:<\/strong> nose height or dimensional position of the cutting corner;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>s:<\/strong> insert thickness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The commonly published tolerance values are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Dimension<\/th><th>APKT\u2014K Class<\/th><th>APMT\u2014M Class<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Inscribed-circle diameter, d<\/td><td>\u00b10.05 to \u00b10.15 mm, depending on size<\/td><td>\u00b10.05 to \u00b10.15 mm, depending on size<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nose height, m<\/td><td>\u00b10.013 mm<\/td><td>\u00b10.08 to \u00b10.20 mm, depending on size<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Thickness, s<\/td><td>\u00b10.025 mm<\/td><td>\u00b10.13 mm<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These values explain why K-class inserts provide tighter control of selected dimensions, particularly nose height and thickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a multi-insert milling cutter, dimensional consistency can help control effective cutting-edge height and cutter runout. However, the final surface finish also depends on cutter-pocket accuracy, spindle runout, pocket condition, insert seating, edge geometry and cutting conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/how-to-choose-the-correct-milling-inserts-in-2024a-detailed-guide\/\"   title=\"How to choose the correct milling inserts in 2024:A Detailed Guide\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2023\" target=\"_blank\">milling inserts<\/a>, the size and thickness numbers should not be treated as universal dimensions across every manufacturer. The YG-1 milling code guide specifically notes that <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/milling-inserts\/\"   title=\"Milling Inserts\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2025\" target=\"_blank\">milling insert<\/a> size and thickness are not universally standardized in the same way across all product systems. Always use the drawing for the exact manufacturer and complete designation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1024x665.png\" alt=\"How to read an APKT milling insert code\" class=\"wp-image-19520\" style=\"width:1024px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1024x665.png 1024w, https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-768x499.png 768w, https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1536x998.png 1536w, https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png 1668w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_K_and_M_Letters_Do_Not_Tell_You\"><\/span>What the K and M Letters Do Not Tell You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A common mistake is to assume:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>APKT always means a fully ground, sharp aluminum insert;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>APMT always means a pressed, rounded steel-roughing insert.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These conclusions cannot be made from the third letter alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The K or M tolerance class does not independently specify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>whether every insert surface is ground;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether the cutting edge is sharp, honed or chamfered;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether the insert is polished;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether it is coated or uncoated;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether it is intended for steel, stainless steel, cast iron or aluminum;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether it is a roughing, semi-finishing or finishing geometry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Those characteristics are determined by the <strong>complete designation, chipbreaker, cutting-edge form, carbide grade, coating and manufacturer\u2019s application data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, an APKT1604 insert with a polished aluminum geometry may be suitable for non-ferrous machining. Another APKT1604 model with a different geometry and grade may be intended for steel or stainless steel. The word \u201cAPKT\u201d alone is not enough to make the selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[Internal link: use the anchor text <strong>APKT insert dimensions, grades and models<\/strong> and link to the APKT product guide.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[Internal link: use the anchor text <strong>APMT insert dimensions and compatible cutters<\/strong> and link to the APMT product guide.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_APKT_and_APMT_Inserts_Interchangeable\"><\/span>Are APKT and APMT Inserts Interchangeable?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not automatically.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some APKT and APMT models may have matching nominal dimensions, but this does not prove that they are approved for the same cutter body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two inserts that look almost identical can still differ in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>thickness or nose-height tolerance;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>underside seating geometry;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mounting-hole diameter;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>countersink shape or depth;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>screw position;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corner radius;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutting-edge form;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>right- or left-hand orientation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>chipbreaker;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>effective cutting-edge position;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>compatibility with the cutter pocket.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An insert should only be treated as interchangeable when the cutter manufacturer or a verified dimensional comparison confirms the substitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compatibility_Checklist\"><\/span>Compatibility Checklist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before installing an APKT insert in place of an APMT insert\u2014or the reverse\u2014check all of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Complete insert designation<\/strong><br>Record every letter, number and suffix. Do not compare only \u201cAPKT1604\u201d with \u201cAPMT1604.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cutter-body model<\/strong><br>Check the complete marking on the milling cutter or toolholder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overall length and insert width<\/strong><br>Compare the manufacturer drawings rather than estimating from a photograph.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insert thickness<\/strong><br>A small thickness difference can change seating, screw engagement and cutting-edge height.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mounting-hole diameter and countersink<\/strong><br>Confirm both the hole size and the shape of the screw-contact surface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corner radius<\/strong><br>Confirm the complete radius code, such as 04, 08, 12 or 16.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pocket-contact surfaces<\/strong><br>The insert must sit fully against the bottom and side location surfaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Screw and clamping system<\/strong><br>Confirm screw diameter, head shape, length and thread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cutting direction and edge form<\/strong><br>Check suffixes such as PDER, PEER, PDFR or other manufacturer-specific structures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grade and chipbreaker<\/strong><br>A physically fitting insert may still be unsuitable for the workpiece material or operation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Never force an insert into a cutter pocket or use the screw to pull an incorrectly seated insert into position.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"APKT1604_vs_APMT1604_Dimensions\"><\/span>APKT1604 vs APMT1604 Dimensions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <code>1604<\/code> size block is widely used, but it does not guarantee one universal set of dimensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the product catalog currently used for the OnMyToolings APKT and APMT ranges, the following two complete models share the same listed nominal dimensions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Complete Model<\/th><th>L<\/th><th>W<\/th><th>T\/S<\/th><th>Hole D<\/th><th>Corner Radius<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>APKT1604PDER<\/td><td>17.42 mm<\/td><td>9.33 mm<\/td><td>5.20 mm<\/td><td>4.50 mm<\/td><td>0.80 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>APMT1604PDER-ZL<\/td><td>17.42 mm<\/td><td>9.33 mm<\/td><td>5.20 mm<\/td><td>4.50 mm<\/td><td>0.80 mm<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a <strong>catalog-specific nominal comparison<\/strong>, not a universal interchangeability statement. The models still use different tolerance classes and different complete designations. Cutter-pocket approval must be confirmed separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same APMT product range also contains other APMT1604 models listed with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>17.25 mm overall length;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>9.25 mm width;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4.76 mm thickness;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4.40 mm mounting hole;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>several different corner radii.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This shows why ordering an insert using only the words \u201cAPMT1604\u201d or \u201cAPKT1604\u201d is risky. The complete code and drawing are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"APKT1135_vs_APMT1135_Dimensions\"><\/span>APKT1135 vs APMT1135 Dimensions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The current APKT and APMT catalog pages also show nominally similar 1135 examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Complete Model<\/th><th>L<\/th><th>W<\/th><th>T\/S<\/th><th>Hole D<\/th><th>Corner Radius<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>APKT1135PDER<\/td><td>11.30 mm<\/td><td>6.25 mm<\/td><td>3.60 mm<\/td><td>2.80 mm<\/td><td>0.80 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>APMT1135PDER-ZL<\/td><td>11.30 mm<\/td><td>6.25 mm<\/td><td>3.60 mm<\/td><td>2.80 mm<\/td><td>0.80 mm<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, matching nominal dimensions do not automatically confirm cutter compatibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The complete APMT1135 range also contains models with slightly different widths and thicknesses. Confirm the exact suffix, dimensions and cutter pocket before ordering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_About_APKT1705_and_APMT1705\"><\/span>What About APKT1705 and APMT1705?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not assume that APKT1705 and APMT1705 are two names for the same insert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the current OnMyToolings catalog, APKT1705-EM is treated as a separate APKT product family with several corner-radius options. The listed models include different radii and, in one case, a different overall length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A supplier should only describe an APKT1705 model as an APMT1705 substitute when the relevant manufacturer documentation confirms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the complete cross-reference;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>all critical dimensions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pocket geometry;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>screw compatibility;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutting-edge position;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recommended cutter body.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar size numbers or a visually similar shape are not sufficient evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Should_You_Choose_APKT_or_APMT\"><\/span>Which Should You Choose: APKT or APMT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with the cutter body\u2014not with a general claim that one family is \u201cbetter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Identify_the_Cutter_Pocket\"><\/span>1. Identify the Cutter Pocket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the insert family specified by the cutter manufacturer. If the cutter is marked for a complete APKT model, begin with that model. Do the same for APMT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Confirm_the_Complete_Insert_Code\"><\/span>2. Confirm the Complete Insert Code<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>size;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>thickness or model code;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corner radius;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutting-edge form;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutting direction;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>chipbreaker;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>carbide grade.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Select_the_Geometry_for_the_Operation\"><\/span>3. Select the Geometry for the Operation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose the geometry based on whether the operation is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>roughing;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>semi-finishing;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>finishing;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>shoulder milling;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>side milling;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pocketing;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ramping;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/milling-inserts\/face-milling\/\"   title=\"Face Milling\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2024\" target=\"_blank\">face milling<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use the K or M tolerance letter as a substitute for the manufacturer\u2019s geometry recommendation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Select_the_Grade_for_the_Workpiece_Material\"><\/span>4. Select the Grade for the Workpiece Material<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose the carbide substrate and coating for the actual material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>steel;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>stainless steel;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cast iron;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>aluminum and non-ferrous alloys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>heat-resistant alloys;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hardened materials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct material direction comes from the grade and geometry combination\u2014not from \u201cAPKT\u201d or \u201cAPMT\u201d alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Consider_Machine_and_Setup_Stability\"><\/span>5. Consider Machine and Setup Stability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>machine power;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spindle taper;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutter diameter;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>tool overhang;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>radial and axial depth of cut;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>coolant condition;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>interrupted or continuous engagement;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>current failure mode.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These details help determine whether a sharper, lower-force geometry or a stronger cutting edge is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_an_APKT_or_APMT_Insert_Not_Fit_the_Cutter\"><\/span>Why Does an APKT or APMT Insert Not Fit the Cutter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several problems can produce an apparent compatibility issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Insert_Does_Not_Sit_Flat\"><\/span>The Insert Does Not Sit Flat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Possible causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>incorrect insert family;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>different underside geometry;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>chips or damage in the pocket;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>incorrect hole or countersink;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>wrong insert thickness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean the pocket and compare the exact insert drawing before tightening the screw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Screw_Does_Not_Center_Correctly\"><\/span>The Screw Does Not Center Correctly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The insert may have a different mounting-hole diameter, countersink or screw-contact position. Do not enlarge the hole or substitute an unverified screw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_Insert_Leaves_a_Visible_Line\"><\/span>One Insert Leaves a Visible Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>insert seating;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pocket damage;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutter-body runout;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mixed insert models;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>insert height variation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spindle condition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Tolerance class can influence dimensional consistency, but it is only one possible cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Cutter_Chatters_After_Changing_Inserts\"><\/span>The Cutter Chatters After Changing Inserts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The replacement may have a different rake angle, cutting-edge preparation, chipbreaker or grade even when it physically fits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Review the complete model and reduce cutting load until the application has been verified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_main_difference_between_APKT_and_APMT\"><\/span>What is the main difference between APKT and APMT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main designation difference is the tolerance class. APKT uses the K class, while APMT uses the M class. K-class values provide tighter control of nose height and thickness in the published tolerance table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_APKT_mean\"><\/span>What does APKT mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>APKT is an ISO-style insert family designation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A: parallelogram-shaped insert;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P: 11\u00b0 relief angle;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>K: K tolerance class;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T: hole and chip-form configuration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The numbers and suffixes after APKT are required to identify the complete product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_APMT_mean\"><\/span>What does APMT mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>APMT uses the same basic A, P and T codes, but the third letter is M, identifying the M tolerance class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_APKT_replace_APMT\"><\/span>Can APKT replace APMT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only after the complete dimensions, cutter pocket, hole, screw, radius and cutting-edge position have been verified. Similar appearance or matching size numbers do not prove compatibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_APKT1604_the_same_size_as_APMT1604\"><\/span>Is APKT1604 the same size as APMT1604?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some catalog-specific models have matching nominal dimensions, while other models differ. Always compare the complete designation and manufacturer drawing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_APKT_better_for_aluminum\"><\/span>Is APKT better for aluminum?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not necessarily. A polished, sharp APKT geometry with a suitable non-ferrous grade may work well for aluminum, but the APKT family name alone does not guarantee an aluminum geometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_APMT_better_for_steel\"><\/span>Is APMT better for steel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not automatically. Many APMT grade and chipbreaker combinations are available for steel, but selection must be based on the complete model, grade, coating and cutting conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_K_mean_that_the_whole_insert_is_precision_ground\"><\/span>Does K mean that the whole insert is precision ground?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>K identifies a tolerance class. It should not be used as proof that every surface is ground or that the cutting edge has a particular preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_information_should_I_send_when_requesting_a_replacement_insert\"><\/span>What information should I send when requesting a replacement insert?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the complete insert code;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cutter-body model;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>clear photos of the insert and pocket;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>insert dimensions if the code is unreadable;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>screw information;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>workpiece material;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>milling operation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>required quantity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Recommendation\"><\/span>Final Recommendation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>APKT and APMT inserts belong to closely related positive milling-insert families, but the K and M letters represent different tolerance classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not select between them using general rules such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>APKT is always for aluminum;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>APMT is always for steel;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>APKT is always finishing;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>APMT is always roughing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, follow this order:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>identify the cutter body;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>record the complete insert designation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>compare all critical dimensions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>confirm the pocket and screw;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>choose the chipbreaker and edge geometry;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>select the grade for the workpiece material;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>verify the application before full production.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need help matching an existing insert? Send us the full insert code, cutter-body model, pocket photos and workpiece material for a compatibility review.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gli inserti APKT e APMT hanno un aspetto simile, ma le lettere K e M indicano classi di tolleranza diverse. Questa guida spiega il significato dei codici, le dimensioni nominali, la compatibilit\u00e0 con le frese e i controlli necessari prima di sostituire un inserto con l'altro.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12970,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12966","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER.png",1599,936,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER-150x150.png",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER-300x176.png",300,176,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER-768x450.png",768,450,true],"large":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER-1024x599.png",1024,599,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER-1536x899.png",1536,899,true],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER.png",1599,936,false],"trp-custom-language-flag":["https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/APMT-CUTTER.png",18,12,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Jiang.xu","author_link":"https:\/\/onmytoolings.com\/it\/author\/bigsunjianggmail-com\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"APKT and APMT inserts look similar, but the K and M letters indicate different tolerance classes. 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