Scientific Cutting Tools GT030Q-10A Retaining Ring Grooving Tool

Product Description

The SCIENTIFIC CUTTING TOOLS GT030Q-10A is a solid carbide internal grooving tool designed to cut retaining ring grooves in bored holes. Built from submicron carbide grade material, it delivers consistent groove geometry in ferrous and non-ferrous workpiece materials. The tool features a 1/4-inch shank diameter and an overall length of 2.5 inches, making it suited for small-bore grooving operations on CNC lathes and manual turning equipment. Right-hand cutting direction is standard. Machinists and toolroom operators use this tool where precise internal groove placement is required for snap ring or retaining ring seating.

This grooving tool is applied in internal turning operations where a retaining ring groove must be cut at a controlled depth and width. It accommodates a minimum hole diameter of 0.25 inches and reaches a maximum hole depth of 0.625 inches, with a projection of 0.06 inches. The 0.0305-inch groove width corresponds to standard retaining ring profiles commonly encountered in shaft and bore assemblies in general machining, automotive, and light manufacturing environments.

Key Features

• Solid submicron carbide construction for wear resistance and dimensional consistency
• Right-hand cutting direction for standard lathe setups
• 0.0305-inch groove width sized for retaining ring seating applications
• 1/4-inch shank diameter fits standard ER and collet toolholding systems
• Minimum bore entry of 0.25 inches enables use in small-diameter internal features
• Maximum hole depth of 0.625 inches with a shank length of 1.875 inches

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style internal grooving tool for use in standard 1/4-inch collet or toolholder systems on CNC and manual turning machines capable of right-hand internal operations.

Installation Notes

Installation and setup should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom professional. Secure the shank fully within the toolholder to the recommended grip length before operation; insufficient engagement reduces rigidity and increases the risk of tool deflection. Ensure the workpiece is properly chucked and the machine spindle is at a complete stop before measuring groove depth or changing tooling. Do not exceed the maximum hole depth specification to avoid contact between the shank and bore wall.