Accupro ACC-G069-16 Retaining Ring Grooving Tool

Product Description

The ACCUPRO ACC-G069-16 is a solid carbide internal grooving tool designed for cutting retaining ring grooves in bored holes. Built from submicron-grade solid carbide, it delivers the hardness and edge retention needed for precise, repeatable groove geometry in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The tool features a 3/8 inch shank diameter, a 0.0700 inch groove width, and an overall length of 2.5 inches. It is sized for holes with a minimum diameter of 0.3750 inches and supports a maximum hole depth of 1.0 inch. Machinists and toolroom technicians use this tool on CNC lathes and manual turning centers where internal retaining ring grooves are required for shaft and bore retention assemblies.

This grooving tool is suited for internal grooving operations in production and job-shop environments. It is commonly applied when cutting standard retaining ring grooves in bores on lathes or turning centers. The 0.1100 inch projection and 1.2000 inch shank length allow access into confined bore depths while maintaining rigidity. This tool is sold individually and is appropriate for shops requiring tight-tolerance groove profiles without the overhead of indexable insert systems.

Key Features

• Solid submicron carbide construction for superior hardness and wear resistance
• 0.0700 inch groove width sized for standard retaining ring profiles
• 3/8 inch shank diameter fits standard toolholders and boring bar setups
• 0.1100 inch projection supports access into shallow-to-moderate bore depths
• Minimum bore diameter of 0.3750 inches enables use in small-diameter internal grooving applications
• Overall length of 2.5 inches provides a compact, rigid tool profile

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct tooling selection for lathes and CNC turning centers accepting a 3/8 inch round shank grooving tool in internal retaining ring groove applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or toolroom technicians. Secure the shank firmly in a compatible toolholder or boring bar block to the full shank engagement length before use. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before mounting or removing the tool. Do not exceed the maximum hole depth rating of 1.0 inch, as overextension can cause tool deflection or breakage.