Scientific Cutting Tools FG500-093A Face Grooving Tool

Product Description

The SCIENTIFIC CUTTING TOOLS FG500-093A is a solid carbide face grooving tool designed for internal face grooving operations in precision machining applications. Built from submicron-grade solid carbide, it delivers the rigidity and edge retention needed for consistent groove geometry in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The tool features a 0.5 inch shank diameter and a 3 inch overall length, with a groove width of 0.094 inches. It is suited for CNC lathes and turning centers where tight tolerances on face groove width and depth are required. Machinists and tooling professionals handling production or job-shop turning work will find this tool appropriate for controlled-depth face grooving tasks.

This tool is intended for face grooving operations where the cutter enters a bore or face and cuts a groove perpendicular to the workpiece axis. It is rated for a minimum hole diameter of 0.510 inches and a maximum hole depth of 0.190 inches, making it suitable for shallow face groove applications in small-bore components. Typical use cases include O-ring groove preparation, retaining ring seats, and similar features on turned parts in industrial, hydraulic, and mechanical assembly contexts.

Key Features

• Submicron-grade solid carbide construction for superior wear resistance and edge integrity
• 0.094 inch groove width for precise, consistent face groove cutting
• 0.5 inch shank diameter compatible with standard tool holders on CNC lathes and turning centers
• Maximum hole depth of 0.190 inches suitable for shallow face groove applications
• Minimum hole diameter of 0.510 inches for small-bore face grooving operations
• 3 inch overall length provides balanced reach and rigidity in the tool holder

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard tooling selection for CNC lathes and turning centers accepting a 0.5 inch shank face grooving tool.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed and set up by machinists or CNC tooling technicians on lathes or turning centers. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the tool is properly seated and torqued in the tool holder per the machine manufacturer's specifications before operation. Verify runout and tool projection before initiating a cut. Always follow shop-floor safety protocols and machine guarding requirements when changing or indexing cutting tools.