Harvey Tool 16832-C3 Dovetail Cutter 90 Degree Solid Carbide

Product Description

The HARVEY TOOL 16832-C3 is a solid carbide dovetail cutter designed for machining dovetail slots and undercut features in a wide range of workpiece materials. Built with a 90-degree included angle, a 0.500-inch cutter diameter, and a 5/32-inch (0.156-inch) cutting width, this tool produces precise dovetail profiles in a single pass. The Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) coating improves heat resistance and extends tool life in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. With 3 cutting teeth and a 0.010-inch corner radius, it delivers clean, consistent geometry in demanding production environments. Machinists and tool and die professionals are the primary users of this cutter.

This dovetail cutter is suited for CNC milling operations requiring accurate undercut geometry on precision components. The 1/2-inch shank diameter provides rigid toolholder interface on standard milling machine spindles and CAT or BT toolholders. The 3-inch overall length accommodates typical setup clearances on vertical and horizontal machining centers. It is appropriate for job shops, production facilities, and toolroom applications where consistent dovetail slot geometry is required across repeated operations.

Key Features

• 90-degree included angle for standard dovetail slot profiles
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• TiAlN coating for improved thermal stability and extended tool life
• 3-flute design balances chip evacuation and surface finish
• 0.010-inch corner radius reduces stress concentration at the root of the cut
• 1/2-inch shank diameter fits standard milling toolholders

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use solid carbide dovetail cutter for CNC milling applications requiring a 90-degree dovetail profile with a 1/2-inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of this cutter should be performed by a qualified machinist familiar with CNC milling setup and toolholder torque procedures. Confirm the spindle and toolholder are clean and free of debris before seating the shank. Power down and lock out the machine before changing tooling. Follow the tool manufacturer and machine builder guidelines for speeds, feeds, and depth of cut to avoid tool breakage or workpiece damage.