Kennametal 1024972 Square-shoulder Face Mill 2 in

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 1024972 is an indexable square-shoulder face mill designed for precision milling operations in metalworking and machining applications. Built to the KSSM series standard, this right-hand cutting tool accepts four SD.T 43.. style inserts secured by screw-type insert holding, delivering repeatable 90-degree shoulder geometry on every pass. The cutter body measures 2 inches in maximum cutting diameter with a 3/4 inch arbor hole, allowing direct mounting to standard arbor setups. Maximum depth of cut reaches 0.361 inches, making it well-suited for moderate stock-removal passes on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Overall height is 1.75 inches, and the body runs a medium pitch configuration across its four flutes.

This face mill is intended for use on vertical and horizontal milling machines, machining centers, and similar CNC or manual setups where a true 90-degree shoulder and flat floor are required. The 0/90 lead angle geometry produces a clean square step, which is a common requirement in die and mold work, fixture plates, and general production milling. Machinists and toolroom professionals working in job shops, production floors, or maintenance machining environments will find this cutter appropriate for a wide range of steel, cast iron, and aluminum face milling tasks. The screw-clamp insert retention provides positive holding under interrupted cuts and higher feed rates.

Key Features

• 2 inch maximum cutting diameter with 0/90 lead angle for true square-shoulder milling
• Accepts 4 SD.T 43.. style inserts with screw-type clamping for positive retention
• 3/4 inch arbor hole diameter for standard arbor mount compatibility
• Maximum depth of cut of 0.361 inches suitable for moderate roughing and finishing passes
• Medium pitch, 4-flute design balances material removal rate with cutting stability
• Right-hand cutting direction; no coolant-through capability

Compatibility

Compatible inserts include SDCW 433PDSR8GN, SDCW 43PDSR8GN, SDPT 43PDER8GB2, and SDPT 43PDSR8GB2. The cutter style designation is KSSISR within the KSSM series.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Before mounting or changing inserts, ensure the machine spindle is fully powered down and locked out per your facility lockout/tagout procedure. Use the appropriate torx or hex key for the insert screws and follow the insert manufacturer torque guidelines printed in the tooling documentation supplied with the cutter. Verify arbor fit and runout with a dial indicator before commencing a cut to avoid premature insert wear or chipping.