Hendersonville, North Carolina – Kyocera Precision Tools has expanded its CA025P CVD coated carbide series for steel turning to include new positive insert styles. The next-generation CA025P series features multilayer CVD coatings with a layer using a thick film of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) for excellent heat resistance. Using cemented carbide as a base material ensures excellent fracture resistance, long-term performance, and longer tool life. The cutting tools can accommodate a range of machining applications from roughing to finishing by using a wide variety of chipbreakers.