Harvey Tool 972195-C3 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Solid Carbide

Product Description

The HARVEY TOOL 972195-C3 is a solid carbide Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling keyseat slots in shafts and workpieces requiring precise, repeatable groove geometry. It features a 0.25-inch cut diameter, a 0.125-inch cutting width, and a staggered tooth configuration that reduces cutting forces and improves chip evacuation. The AlTiN coating extends tool life in abrasive and elevated-temperature cutting conditions. With a 1/4-inch shank diameter and a 2.5-inch overall length, this cutter is sized for standard end mill toolholders on vertical mills and machining centers. It is intended for use by machinists and tool-and-die professionals working in precision shop environments.

This keyseat cutter is suited for cutting Woodruff keyseats in steel, stainless steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals, superalloys, titanium, and hard materials. The staggered tooth geometry makes it particularly effective in interrupted cuts and when machining tougher workpiece materials where a standard straight-tooth cutter would generate excessive vibration or chatter. It is used in both job shop and production environments where shaft keyway work is a routine operation.

Key Features

• 0.25-inch cut diameter with 0.125-inch cutting width for standard Woodruff keyseat dimensions
• Staggered tooth configuration reduces cutting forces and improves chip flow
• AlTiN coating provides heat resistance and extended tool life in ferrous and hard-material applications
• Solid carbide construction delivers rigidity and wear resistance versus HSS alternatives
• 1/4-inch shank diameter fits standard collets and end mill holders
• 0.125-inch neck diameter provides clearance for keyseat depth without shank interference

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard 1/4-inch collet chucks and end mill toolholders on vertical mills and CNC machining centers. Compatible workpiece materials include steel, stainless steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals, superalloys, titanium, and hard materials.

Installation Notes

Installation and operation should be performed by a qualified machinist familiar with rotating cutting tool safety. Secure the shank fully in the toolholder to the recommended grip depth before operation, and verify runout before cutting. Power down and lock out the spindle before changing or inspecting the cutter. Do not exceed the cutter manufacturer's recommended speeds and feeds for the workpiece material and coating combination.