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Amana Tool In-Groove Solid Carbide Straight Plunge Engraving Insert Knife 1/4-Inch Diameter x 7mm CH
CA$999.99
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SKU
RCK-404
Product Type
Straight Plunge Engraving Insert Knife
Family / Category
In-Groove™ CNC Insert Engraving System
Cutting Diameter
1/4 inch
Cutting Height
7mm (9/32 inch)
Feed Rating
80 Inches per Minute Plunge Feed
Cutting Material
Solid Carbide
System Compatibility
Fits Tool Bodies RC-1075,RC-1076,RC-1077,RC-1078
Applications
Signmaking,crisp text etching,flat-bottom relief,and lettering panels
Solid Carbide
Straight Plunge Engraving Insert Knife
Insert Knife
The Amana Tool RCK-404 is a premium solid carbide straight plunge engraving insert knife designed exclusively for the In-Groove™ CNC system, delivering a 1/4-inch cutting diameter, 7mm (9/32-inch) cutting height, and an engineered plunge feed rating of 80 inches per minute.
1/4 inDiameter (D)
7 mmCutting Height (B)
StraightBlade Type
80 IPMPlunge Feed
Insert Knife
An industrial-grade replaceable solid carbide straight profile knife precision engineered to fit Amana Tool In-Groove™ engraving tool bodies. The exact orderable SKU is RCK-404.
Amana ToolSolid CarbideIn-Groove™SKU RCK-404
Fully compatible with In-Groove™ engraving tool bodies: RC-1075 (1/4" Shank), RC-1076 (1/2" Shank), RC-1077 (6mm Shank), and RC-1078 (12mm Shank). Inserts are sold individually; tool bodies are purchased separately.
Main Product Description
The Amana Tool RCK-404 is the authentic replacement insert knife verified on its dedicated manufacturer product page. Engineered out of long-lasting micrograin solid carbide, this straight plunge insert provides crisp, clean detailing lines and flat-bottom engraving results that outlast traditional solid carbide V-bits by at least two to one.
As a core component of the innovative In-Groove™ Insert Engraving System, the RCK-404 allows operators to quickly interchange profile knives while the balanced steel tool body remains secure inside the CNC spindle. This design minimizes operational downtime, preserves precision positioning tolerances, and eliminates tool length re-calibration procedures across production cycles.
This profile excels in detailed signmaking, etching, and lettering across an extensive matrix of workpiece materials including natural hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, high-pressure laminates, solid surfaces, non-ferrous metals (aluminum, brass, copper), carbon fiber, and performance sign plastics like acrylic or expanded PVC.
Technical Specifications
In-Groove™ System · SKU RCK-404
- Amana Tool
- Straight Plunge Engraving Insert Knife
- RCK-404
- In-Groove™ System
- In-Groove CNC Insert Engraving Tool Body & Replacement Knives
- 1/4 inch
- 7mm (9/32 inch)
- Straight Plunge
- 80 Inch/Min
- Solid Carbide
- RC-1075, RC-1076, RC-1077, RC-1078
- In-Groove™ Insert Engraving System
- CNC Signmaking & Lettering · MDF & Plywood Detailing · Acrylic & Plastic Etching
- Fully compatible with In-Groove™ engraving tool bodies: RC-1075 (1/4" Shank), RC-1076 (1/2" Shank), RC-1077 (6mm Shank), and RC-1078 (12mm Shank). Inserts are sold individually; tool bodies are purchased separately.
Best Fit Applications
CNC Signmaking & Lettering
MDF & Plywood Detailing
Acrylic & Plastic Etching
Solid Surface Milling
Aluminum & Non-Ferrous Engraving
Product Highlights
Premium Solid Carbide
Industrial micrograin solid carbide engineering provides flawless cutting paths and superior tool life versus standard high-speed steel alternatives.
Flat-Bottom Detailing
Engineered with a true 1/4" straight profile specifically configured to execute clean channels, pocket reliefs, and uniform surface etchings.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
The RCK-404 insert knife is sold individually and requires an authorized Amana Tool In-Groove™ tool body (RC-1075, RC-1076, RC-1077, or RC-1078) for safe machine operations. Prior to running plunge routines up to the recommended 80 inches per minute feed rate, inspect the insert seating area for fine particulate debris and verify that the locking screw is tightened completely to specification. Always match machine feed rates and spindle speeds to the workpiece material being cut.
High Performance Straight Plunge Engraving for CNC Operations
The Amana Tool RCK-404 brings industrial longevity and crisp execution to complex detailing projects. Featuring a 1/4" cutting width, 7mm carbide height, and micrograin solid carbide architecture, it represents a cost-effective, high-efficiency routing asset for modern production shops.
Rely on genuine Amana Tool replacement knives to maximize the balance, cutting performance, and structural integrity of your balanced In-Groove™ CNC machining fixtures.