Micro 100 RR-062-8 Retaining Ring Grooving Tool

Product Description

The MICRO 100 RR-062-8 is a solid carbide face grooving tool designed for cutting retaining ring grooves in bored holes. Built from solid carbide throughout, it delivers the rigidity and wear resistance required for precision internal grooving operations on the lathe or boring mill. The tool features a full-radius profile with a 0.062 inch groove width and a 5/16 inch shank diameter. Overall length is 2.5 inches, making it well-suited for compact tooling setups. Licensed machinists and CNC operators working in job shops, production facilities, and toolrooms rely on this geometry for consistent, repeatable groove placement in retaining ring applications.

The RR-062-8 is intended for internal face grooving in bored or drilled holes with a minimum hole diameter of 0.375 inches. It accommodates a maximum hole depth of 0.5 inches and has a projection of 0.156 inches. Typical applications include cutting grooves for internal retaining rings in housings, bearing bores, and hydraulic component bodies. The full-radius cutting profile matches the seating geometry required by standard retaining ring specifications.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and extended tool life in grooving operations
• Full-radius profile matched to internal retaining ring groove geometry
• Groove width of 0.062 inches for precise ring seating
• Minimum hole diameter of 0.375 inches enables use in small-bore applications
• 5/16 inch shank diameter fits standard toolholders and boring bar setups
• Overall length of 2.5 inches supports compact tooling arrangements

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement or equivalent for internal retaining ring grooving applications requiring a 0.062 inch groove width and a minimum bore diameter of 0.375 inches in standard lathe and CNC boring setups.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed and operated by machinists and CNC technicians following standard metal-cutting procedures. Ensure the workpiece is securely clamped and the machine spindle is fully stopped before changing or inspecting tooling. Verify shank seating and toolholder clamping torque per the toolholder manufacturer specifications before running. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to maximize tool life and groove surface finish.