The Carmex Carbide Tiny Tool for Face Grooving is a BMK Grade solid carbide bar from the Tiny Tools family, developed specifically for face grooving. It delivers straight grooves with consistent geometry, making it ideal for precision work where a clean, flat bottom is essential. This tool features a 5 mm minimum diameter with a 1 mm groove width, designed for reliable, repeatable results.

Within the Tiny Tools line, two coating grades address different cutting needs: the BXC TiN-coated grade is optimized for low cutting speeds and works well with a wide range of stainless steels (ISO P30-P50 / K25-K40); the BMK grade is a sub-micron, advanced PVD triple-coated option offering excellent heat resistance and smooth cutting. BMK is described as general purpose for all materials, providing strong performance across a variety of applications.

• Straight-groove geometry: engineered to produce precise, clean straight grooves, ensuring flat bottoms and consistent dimensions with minimal finishing required.
• BMK sub-micron grade with triple coating: delivers extremely high heat resistance and smooth cutting, enhancing performance and tool life across a wide range of materials.
• BXC TiN-coated grade for low-speed stainless cutting: optimized for low cutting speeds on stainless steels, providing stable, reliable results and good surface finish at practical feed rates.

These features translate to real-world benefits: you get repeatable groove quality, longer tool life under demanding conditions, and versatile performance across materials. The combination of precise geometry and advanced coatings helps you complete face grooving tasks with confidence, reducing downtime and post-process finishing while maintaining consistent results from job to job.