Premium Carbide Inserts for Woodturning

Engineered for Precision, Built for Africa’s Toughest Hardwoods

At WIZE TOOLS, we redefine woodturning efficiency with our high-performance carbide inserts, crafted to outperform traditional tools. Designed for South African artisans in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and beyond, our inserts are 80% thicker than industry standards, reducing catches and delivering unmatched durability on dense timbers like Tamboti, African Blackwood, and Kiaat.

Four Shapes, Unlimited Applications

Thicker, Stronger, Safer

Reinforced design resists chipping and catching, even in abrasive hardwoods.

Multi-Orientation Inserts

Rotate inserts for fresh edges and extended use (e.g., ‘W’ for shear scraping or hollowing).

Negative Rake Options

Specialized inserts for turning resins, exotic hardwoods, and heat-resistant applications.

SA-Tested Performance

Proven in humid coastal workshops and dry inland climates.

W Insert – The Versatile Workhorse

Perfect For: Roughing, shaping, shear scraping, and hollowing.

Square Insert – Flat Surface Specialist

Perfect For: Flattening, tenons, finishing, and crisp edges.

Round Insert – Smoothing Master

Perfect For: Hollowing, coves, fillets, and tear-out-prone woods.

V Insert – Detail Artist

Perfect For: V-grooves, reeds, necklines, and intricate accents.

Carbide Inserts – Size 1
WIZE TOOLS Premium Carbide Insert – Size 1

From R 230.00

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Carbide Inserts – Size 2
WIZE TOOLS Premium Carbide Insert – Size 2

From R 241.50

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Carbide Inserts – Size 3
WIZE TOOLS Premium Carbide Insert – Size 3

From R 368.00

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Why Carbide Beats Traditional HSS Tools

  • Carbide inserts are the digital revolution of woodturning—smarter, faster, and more efficient. Unlike high-speed steel (HSS), our system eliminates costly sharpening setups, reduces tool clutter, and simplifies workflows for beginners and professionals alike.

Key Benefits for South African Artisans

  • Extended Durability – Carbide stays sharper 8-10x longer than HSS, even in abrasive Tamboti.
  • Cost Savings – No need for grinders or sharpening jigs—replace inserts in seconds.
  • Low Cutting Resistance – Glide through dense wood with minimal effort and fatigue.
  • Heat Resistance – Maintains edge integrity during prolonged use in SA’s harsh climates.
  • Consistency – Uniform cuts from first use to final pass, ensuring project quality.

Why Choose WIZE TOOLS?
 

  • Proudly South African – Tools designed for local conditions and timbers.
  • Universal Compatibility – Fits all WIZE TOOLS handles via our versatile collet system.
  • Fast Nationwide Delivery – Order by noon for next-day dispatch to major cities.

Carbide Inserts for Woodturning – Durable, Multi-Use

Shop premium carbide inserts for woodturning! W, Square, Round, V, and negative rake options.

WIZE TOOLS: South Africa’s trusted source for precision woodturning tools. Engineered for African Blackwood, Tamboti & more. Fast nationwide delivery, best prices & expert support.

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