Grooving is a turning option that cuts grooves or makes a small cavity of a certain depth on the part’s exterior, internal, cylinder, cone, or face (face grooving or trepanning). Grooving is a CNC lathe machining method in which the shape of grooves, or the majority of grooves, is determined by the cutting tool shape. The usage of the grooving tool is affected by the three types of grooves: OD grooves, ID grooves, and face grooves with pipe beveller.
How Can a Grooving Tool Help You Improve Your Grooving?
A grooving tool is often a carbide insert installed in a tool holder that may be used to cut exterior or interior grooves, among other things. Grooving inserts come in a variety of forms, such as a single tip or numerous points for varied setups. More advice on grooving tools can lower expenses and increase efficiency. OD (outside diameter) grooving works best when the tool tip is somewhat below the center line for particular groove patterns.
When the tool top is above the centerline, the ID (inner diameter) grooving performs well. The tool must be held slightly above the center line and moved in an axial direction for face grooving; the clearance radius on the tool must match the clearance radius on the face.
What Is the Difference Between Groove and Slot?
- A groove is usually blind, although a slot might be through.
- Grooving is frequently done on circular pieces, whereas slotting is done on rectangular plates.
- Grooves are typically seen in cylindrical cutouts, whereas slots are typically a flat, narrow opening with straight sides.
- Slots are cut around the OD or ID of a cylinder with a hydraulic stub puller and do not travel through the cylinder’s axis, and can have curves.
Groove Types: An Overview
The three primary groove types: OD grooves, ID grooves, and face grooves must all be understood. Each has particular requirements for how the cutting tool should be applied to the work component. Gravity and coolant aid chip removal, therefore OD grooving is usually the simplest. Quality control checks are very simple and straightforward because the groove is visible to the operator. Potential obstacles in the workpiece design or workholding, on the other hand, must be avoided. When using OD groove tools, keep the cutting point slightly below the centre line.
Machine and Application Compatibility
In every effective grooving operation, machine design and condition are also critical concerns. Adequate horsepower to run the tool at the right speed range without stalling or shuddering; sufficient stiffness to conduct demanding cuts without chatter; ample coolant pressure and flow to remove chips; and excellent precision are some of the main machine qualities necessary for success. Furthermore, maintaining adequate groove form and size requires precise machine alignment.
Conclusion
Overall, this means that instead of changing tools or cutting air, more time will be spent manufacturing chips. It can also assist minimise total component processing by allowing a machining centre with limited open toolchanger positions to conduct more operations.
