TopGroove™ Choosing the Correct TopGroove Cutter The Most Advanced Turning Solutions in the Industry Perfect for shallow grooving operations, the WIDIA™ TopGroove clamping system What you need to know: provides a complete line of grooving geometries and an extensive grade selection to meet even the most demanding application requirements. For increased rigidity, • Material being machined. versatility, chip control, and carbide grade options, the TopGroove clamping system • Groove depth, width, and profile. is the proven solution. • Application to be performed (face, O.D., or I.D. grooving). • Toolholder requirements (e.g. KM™, ERICKSON™, With maximum clamping rigidity and superior versatility, TopGroove inserts employ a square shank, right/left). unique top rake chip control geometry that efficiently evacuates chips and produces better quality parts, faster than ever before. Utilise this comprehensive, easy-to-use guide for the information necessary to identify, choose, and select the appropriate cutting tools for your specific needs. 1 Choose the application to be performed: Groove depth, width, and profile. TopGroove is the best choice for groove depth-to-width ratios of 1.5 or less. Inside Diameter (I.D.) Grooving Outside Diameter Face Grooving (O.D.) Grooving For deep grooving, use WMT™ on page E4. TopGroove™ for Internal, External, and Face Grooving Applications system capabilities minimum maximum width 0,50mm 9,53mm O.D./I.D. Grooving depth — 12,7mm width 3,2mm 6,35mm Face Grooving depth — 12,7mm Internal Grooving diameter 11,2mm — standard 23,9mm — Face Grooving Diameter deep — — width 1,50mm 6,35mm Deep O.D./I.D. Grooving depth — 12,7mm width 3,18mm 6,35mm Deep Face Grooving depth — 12,7mm E42 widia.com