Accupro ACC-G156-24 Retaining Ring Grooving Tool

Product Description

The ACCUPRO ACC-G156-24 is a solid carbide internal grooving tool designed for cutting retaining ring grooves in bored holes. Built from submicron carbide grade material, this tool delivers the hardness and edge retention needed for precise groove geometry in ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces. It features a 1/2 inch shank diameter and a 0.1570 inch groove width, making it suited for tight-tolerance retaining ring seat applications on CNC lathes and boring machines. Machinists and toolroom technicians working in production or job-shop environments rely on this style of grooving tool where consistent groove width and depth control are critical.

This grooving tool is intended for internal retaining ring groove applications where minimum hole diameter is 0.5000 inches. With a maximum hole depth capacity of 1.5000 inches and a projection of 0.1600 inches, it handles a practical range of typical bore depths encountered in precision machining. The 3.0000 inch overall length provides adequate reach without excessive overhang. It is appropriate for use on manual or CNC turning centers in both production and maintenance machining contexts.

Key Features

• Solid submicron carbide construction for extended tool life and edge stability
• 0.1570 inch groove width matched to standard retaining ring seat specifications
• 1/2 inch shank diameter for compatibility with standard boring bar holders and tool blocks
• Maximum hole depth of 1.5000 inches covers a wide range of internal groove applications
• Projection of 0.1600 inches provides controlled radial reach into the bore
• Overall length of 3.0000 inches balances reach and rigidity during grooving operations

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit retaining ring grooving tool for use in any turning center or CNC lathe equipped with a standard 1/2 inch shank tool holder, where the minimum bore diameter is 0.5000 inches.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or toolroom technicians. The machine spindle must be stopped and all axes locked before mounting or removing the grooving tool. Ensure the shank is fully seated and clamped securely in the tool holder to minimize runout and chatter during the grooving pass. Verify bore diameter and depth clearances against the tool projection and maximum hole depth specifications before initiating a cut.