Scientific Cutting Tools GT061-6A Retaining Ring Grooving Tool

Product Description

The SCIENTIFIC CUTTING TOOLS GT061-6A is a solid carbide retaining ring grooving tool designed for cutting internal grooves in bored or drilled holes. Built from submicron-grade solid carbide, it delivers the hardness and edge retention needed for precise groove geometry in production and repair machining environments. The tool features a 1/8-inch shank diameter and an overall length of 1.5 inches, making it well suited for small-bore grooving work where rigidity and clearance are both critical. Machinists and toolroom technicians use this tool on lathes and boring machines to cut the grooves that seat retaining rings and snap rings in assembled components.

This grooving tool is intended for right-hand cutting applications in internal bores. It requires a minimum hole diameter of 0.1200 inches to enter, and supports a maximum hole depth of 0.3750 inches (3/8 inch). The 0.0620-inch groove width matches standard retaining ring groove specifications for small-diameter bores. Typical applications include precision machining of housings, hydraulic components, and mechanical assemblies where retaining ring grooves must be held to close dimensional tolerances.

Key Features

• Submicron-grade solid carbide construction for superior hardness and wear resistance
• 0.0620-inch groove width sized for standard retaining ring specifications
• Right-hand cutting direction for conventional lathe and boring machine setups
• Minimum bore entry of 0.1200 inches for small-diameter internal grooving
• 0.0400-inch projection provides controlled depth engagement
• 1/8-inch shank diameter compatible with standard collets and toolholders

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style internal grooving tool for use in standard 1/8-inch collet chucks and compatible small-bore toolholders on CNC and manual lathes.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists familiar with turning and boring operations. Secure the 1/8-inch shank in a properly sized collet or toolholder and ensure runout is minimized before engaging the cut. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before making any tool changes or adjustments. Do not exceed the maximum rated hole depth of 0.3750 inches, as overextension can cause tool deflection or breakage in solid carbide tooling.