Harvey Tool 16532-C3 Dovetail Cutter 30 Deg Solid Carbide

Product Description

The HARVEY TOOL 16532-C3 is a solid carbide dovetail cutter designed for milling dovetail slots and undercut features in a wide range of workpiece materials. Built with a 30-degree included angle, a 0.500-inch cutter diameter, and a 5/16-inch (0.312-inch) cutting width, this tool delivers precise angular cuts in a single pass. The TiAlN (Titanium Aluminum Nitride) coating enhances heat resistance and extends tool life in demanding cutting conditions. With 3 teeth and a 0.010-inch corner radius, the cutter produces clean, accurate dovetail profiles. It is installed in standard CNC machining centers and manual mills by machinists and toolroom professionals.

This dovetail cutter suits precision machining applications in metalworking, mold-making, and fixture fabrication where undercut slots or angled locking features are required. The 1/2-inch shank diameter fits commonly available collet chucks and end mill holders. The 3-inch overall length allows adequate clearance for most standard setups. It is appropriate for use on ferrous and non-ferrous metals where the TiAlN coating provides thermal protection at elevated spindle speeds.

Key Features

• 30-degree included angle for standard dovetail slot geometry
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• TiAlN coating improves heat resistance and extends cutting life
• 3-flute design balances chip evacuation and surface finish
• 0.010-inch corner radius reduces stress concentration at slot root
• 1/2-inch shank fits standard collet and end mill holder tooling

Compatibility

Designed for use in CNC machining centers and manual milling machines equipped with 1/2-inch collet chucks or end mill holders capable of accepting a 1/2-inch shank cutting tool.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist familiar with rotating cutting tool safety. Secure the shank fully within the collet or tool holder to the manufacturer-recommended engagement depth before tightening. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is locked out before changing or inspecting the cutter. Verify workpiece fixturing is rigid and that feed rate and spindle speed parameters are appropriate for the material being cut before beginning the operation.