Hougen 3-12224 Annular Cutter 3/4 in Hss Weldon

Product Description

The HOUGEN 3-12224 is a high speed steel annular cutter designed for clean, full-diameter hole cutting in ferrous metal. Unlike twist drills, annular cutters remove only a thin ring of material, producing less heat and requiring less machine torque. This cutter features a 3/4-inch cutting diameter and a 3-inch depth of cut, making it well suited for deep-reach applications in structural steel and fabrication work. The bright, uncoated finish is standard for HSS annular cutters used in general-purpose magnetic drill press and milling applications. Installation and use require a compatible magnetic drill press or milling machine equipped for Weldon-style tooling.

This cutter is intended for use in mild steel and general steel fabrication environments. It fits magnetic drill presses, drill press adapters, and milling machines that accept a 3/4-inch Weldon flat shank. The 3-inch depth of cut supports through-cuts on structural members, I-beams, channels, and thick plate where standard twist drill depth would fall short. Fabricators, ironworkers, and structural steel contractors are the primary users of this tool type.

Key Features

• 3/4-inch cutting diameter for standard structural hole sizing
• 3-inch depth of cut handles thick plate and deep structural members
• High speed steel construction provides durability in mild steel applications
• Weldon flat shank with 2 flats ensures positive drive and prevents slippage in the chuck
• 3/4-inch shank diameter compatible with standard Weldon-style magnetic drill press chucks
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating degradation concern during resharpening

Compatibility

Designed for use in magnetic drill presses and milling machines accepting a 3/4-inch Weldon flat shank. Suitable for cutting mild steel and general steel stock.

Installation Notes

This cutter is installed and operated by machinists, fabricators, and ironworkers using magnetic drill presses or milling equipment. Before tool changes, ensure the drill press is fully powered off and the magnetic base is disengaged. Use an appropriate cutting fluid or lubricant to extend tool life and reduce heat buildup during cuts in steel. Secure the cutter fully in the Weldon chuck, confirming the set screw engages the flat before operation.