Harvey Tool 23508-C3 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Altin Solid Carbide

Product Description

The HARVEY TOOL 23508-C3 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling keyseat slots in shafts and workpieces that accept Woodruff keys. It features a 0.1875-inch cutting diameter and a narrow 0.029-inch cutting width, making it well suited for tight-tolerance keyway applications. The cutter is manufactured from solid carbide and carries an AlTiN (aluminum titanium nitride) coating, which improves hardness and heat resistance at the cutting edge. With 6 straight teeth and a 3/16-inch shank diameter, it is intended for use in CNC machining centers and manual milling machines. Machinists and toolroom technicians are the primary users of this tooling.

This cutter is used in metalworking applications where Woodruff-style keyseats must be cut accurately into round stock or other workpieces. It is appropriate for both production and toolroom environments. The straight tooth configuration suits lower-speed, controlled-feed operations where consistent chip evacuation and slot accuracy are priorities. The 2-inch overall length provides adequate reach for standard depth-of-cut requirements on typical shaft keyway work.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• AlTiN coating improves surface hardness and thermal resistance at the cutting edge
• 0.1875-inch cutting diameter with a 0.029-inch cutting width for narrow Woodruff keyseat profiles
• 6 straight teeth for consistent chip load per tooth and controlled slot geometry
• 3/16-inch shank diameter for compatibility with standard collet and chuck setups
• 2-inch overall length suitable for standard shaft keyway depths

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style Woodruff keyseat cutter for use in CNC machining centers and manual milling machines accepting a 3/16-inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of this cutter should be performed by qualified machinists familiar with milling machine setup and tooling practices. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down before loading or unloading the cutter into the collet or chuck. Verify runout with a dial indicator before cutting to protect the tool edge and maintain slot accuracy. Do not exceed the tool manufacturer's recommended feeds and speeds for the coating and material being cut.