MSC Edge range expanded with ISO turning tools

The engineering sector has been quick to take notice of MSC Edge, a new range of cutting tools developed by MSC Industrial Supply Co UK (MSC), a distributor of cutting tools, safety and industrial consumables. Since its launch in early 2025 and the introduction of solid-carbide hole-making and milling tools, the MSC Edge series has rapidly gained market traction. In the first year alone, MSC Edge has seen adoption by over 900 engineering companies. MSC reports that engineers have been particularly impressed by the way this range of multi-purpose tools not only remains competitively priced but also matches or outperforms several major established brands. Building on this momentum, MSC is now launching the next major phase of its tooling line to include ISO turning tools.

Interest in the new phase has accelerated faster than expected with the placement of early orders. To encourage companies regarding the opportunity, MSC is offering free samples of CNMG and DNMG inserts as part of the launch.

The addition of MSC Edge ISO turning tools covers 82 unique product lines across three grades. Designed by engineers for engineers, the range enables machinists to complete up to 80% of machining operations with just 20% of the tools they would typically require – all at a fair price. Available and in stock for next-day delivery, the range includes C (80° rhombic), D (55° diamond), V (35° diamond), W (80° trigon) and T (60° triangular) shaped carbide inserts.

Each shape is available in three grades: PK for steels and cast irons, and MS for stainless steel and super alloys, Additionally, the N grade includes a range of inserts suitable for machining non-ferrous materials with the capability for finish, medium and rough machining. While each insert is compatible with other branded tool holders, the new range is also supported by 43 variants of right and left-handed toolholders and internal boring bars.

MSC Edge ISO inserts benefit from the latest advances in chip-breaker and coating technology to ensure the tools meet the demands of cutting multiple materials.

To reinforce its commitment to performance, MSC continues to offer its 30-day money-back guarantee for any shops who experience premature tool wear when using the range within its recommended parameters.

Tom Berrill, Head of Category Management at MSC Industrial Supply Co UK, states: “The launch of our ISO turning tools marks the latest stage in our MSC Edge journey and follows an overwhelming demand from the market for a turning application solution. We understand that, typically, there has been so many ISO insert options to choose from that engineers can often end up with more tools than they realistically need. Our ambition is to offer customers a streamlined portfolio of tools that can cover most materials, while delivering a highly competitive cost-per-edge.”

Extensive testing and customer trials have been conducted to ensure its exceptional cost-per-minute value. Matthew Jones, Toolroom Supervisor at Nenplas Ltd, was one of the companies to trial the MSC Edge C-shape ISO insert: “We trialled the C-shape ISO insert from the MSC Edge range and were very impressed by how it performed compared with our incumbent supplier. It provided a good finish and chip control when cutting brass M303 and was more than capable of handling quicker speeds and feeds when pushed. We were achieving the same level of performance as our previous tool but at a much lower cost.”