Accupro ACC-G156-8 Retaining Ring Grooving Tool

Product Description

The ACCUPRO ACC-G156-8 is a solid carbide internal grooving tool designed to cut retaining ring grooves in bored holes. Built from submicron-grade carbide, it delivers consistent edge retention and dimensional accuracy in production and maintenance machining environments. The tool features a 1/2 inch shank diameter and an overall length of 3.0 inches, making it compatible with standard toolholders used on lathes and boring setups. A projection of 0.160 inches positions the cutting edge for controlled groove depth, while the 0.157 inch groove width is sized for standard retaining ring applications. Machinists and toolroom technicians working in metalworking, maintenance repair, or precision parts manufacturing will find this tool suited for repeatable groove cutting in ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

This grooving tool is applied in internal boring operations where retaining ring grooves must be machined into a hole. The minimum hole diameter it will enter is 0.500 inches, and the maximum hole depth it can reach is 0.500 inches. It is well suited for small-bore work on shafts, housings, cylinders, and similar components where a retaining ring seat is required. The submicron carbide grade supports use in both manual and CNC lathe operations at moderate to high surface speeds.

Key Features

• Solid submicron-grade carbide construction for extended tool life and consistent edge geometry
• 0.157 inch groove width sized for standard internal retaining ring applications
• 0.160 inch projection provides controlled cutting depth reach
• 1/2 inch shank diameter fits common toolholders and boring bar setups
• 3.0 inch overall length suits standard lathe and CNC turning center tooling arrangements
• Maximum hole depth of 0.500 inches supports shallow to mid-depth internal groove work

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit retaining ring grooving tool for use in any lathe or CNC turning center equipped with a standard 1/2 inch shank toolholder, where the workpiece bore accepts a minimum 0.500 inch entry diameter.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed and used by machinists and toolroom technicians on manual or CNC lathes. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the toolholder is securely locked before inserting or removing the tool. Verify that the workpiece bore meets the minimum 0.500 inch diameter requirement before engaging the cutting edge to avoid tool deflection or breakage. Follow the machine tool manufacturer guidelines and applicable shop safety procedures when setting speeds, feeds, and depth of cut.