Dorian Tool 73310165244 Indexable Dovetail Cutter

Product Description

The DORIAN TOOL 73310165244 is an indexable dovetail cutter designed for precision machining of dovetail slots and angled undercuts in metal and engineered materials. Built with a 60-degree included angle and a maximum cutting diameter of 0.5 inches, this tool accepts a single TDEX 110204-EN insert and mounts via a 3/8-inch shank. Overall length is 2.39 inches. The indexable insert design allows for fast insert replacement without removing the body from the spindle, reducing downtime on production and job-shop setups alike. Machinists and toolroom technicians working on CNC mills and manual knee mills are the primary users.

This cutter is suited for creating dovetail features in ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces on vertical machining centers and manual mills. The 3/8-inch shank fits standard collet chucks and end mill holders commonly found in small-to-mid-size machining setups. The compact 0.5-inch maximum cutting diameter makes it appropriate for tight-clearance dovetail slots in fixtures, mold components, and precision mechanical assemblies. A 15-degree rake angle combined with axial and radial rake geometry promotes chip evacuation and reduces cutting forces at the insert edge.

Key Features

• 60-degree included angle for standard dovetail slot geometry
• Accepts one TDEX 110204-EN indexable insert for fast changeover
• 3/8-inch shank diameter compatible with standard collet and end mill holders
• 15-degree rake angle with 10-degree axial and 14-degree radial rake for efficient chip flow
• 0.142-inch head length for compact reach into narrow dovetail profiles
• 2.39-inch overall length suits typical vertical mill and machining center setups

Compatibility

Designed for use with TDEX 110204-EN style indexable inserts. Fits standard 3/8-inch collet chucks and end mill holders on CNC and manual vertical milling machines.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before mounting or changing the insert or cutter body. Seat the shank fully in the collet or holder and torque the clamping mechanism per the holder manufacturer specification. Inspect the insert seat and clamping screw for debris before seating a new TDEX insert.