Iscar 6404148 Face Grooving Tool 3mm Groove Solid Carbide

Product Description

The ISCAR 6404148 is a solid carbide face grooving tool designed for internal grooving operations on bored and turned workpieces. Built from solid carbide, it delivers the rigidity and wear resistance needed to hold tight tolerances in demanding grooving applications. The 8 mm shank diameter and 40 mm overall length give the tool a compact, balanced profile suited for reaching into confined bore geometries. The 3 mm groove width is fixed and consistent, supporting repeatable groove profiles cut after cut. Licensed machinists and CNC operators working in job shops or production environments are the primary installers of this tooling.

This face grooving tool is suited for internal face grooving in bores with a minimum hole diameter of 16 mm. It can reach a maximum hole depth of 20 mm, making it appropriate for shallow-to-mid-depth internal groove work on lathes and turning centers. Typical applications include grooving for snap rings, O-ring seats, and retaining features in machined bores across metalworking and precision manufacturing environments.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and extended tool life in abrasive materials
• 3 mm groove width for consistent, repeatable groove profiles
• 8 mm shank diameter provides stable clamping in standard toolholders
• 40 mm overall length supports reach into compact bore geometries
• Minimum bore entry of 16 mm allows use in small-diameter internal applications
• Maximum hole depth of 20 mm accommodates shallow to mid-depth internal grooves

Compatibility

Designed for use in turning centers and CNC lathes accepting an 8 mm shank, where internal face grooving operations are performed in bores with a minimum diameter of 16 mm.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed and used by machinists operating CNC lathes or manual turning equipment. Secure the 8 mm shank firmly in a compatible toolholder or boring bar system before beginning any cutting operation. Confirm that spindle speed, feed rate, and coolant settings are appropriate for the workpiece material and groove geometry before engaging the cut. Never exceed the rated maximum hole depth of 20 mm, and inspect the cutting edge for wear or chipping before each use.