Keo 929-000-077 Dovetail Cutter 45 Deg 3/8 in Hss

Product Description

The KEO 929-000-077 is a 45-degree dovetail cutter designed for machining dovetail slots and undercut profiles in metal workpieces. Built from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright uncoated finish, it delivers consistent performance in general-purpose milling applications. The cutter features a 3/8 inch cut diameter and a 1/8 inch cutting width, with six teeth for a smooth, controlled chip load. A Weldon flat on the 3/8 inch shank provides positive drive and helps prevent slippage under cutting load. This tool is installed and used by machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance mechanics working with manual or CNC milling equipment.

This dovetail cutter is suited for creating 45-degree dovetail features in fixtures, slides, ways, and jigs across job shop, production, and maintenance machining environments. It is appropriate for use in both manual knee mills and CNC vertical machining centers where a standard 3/8 inch shank toolholder or collet is available. The right-hand cutting direction and six-flute geometry make it a practical choice for light to moderate material removal in steel, aluminum, and similar machinable metals.

Key Features

• 45-degree included angle for standard dovetail slot geometry
• High speed steel construction for general-purpose milling in a range of metals
• Six-tooth design promotes smooth cutting and consistent surface finish
• Weldon flat on shank prevents rotational slippage in set-screw toolholders
• Bright uncoated finish - no special handling required for regrinding or inspection
• Right-hand cutting direction compatible with standard milling spindle rotation

Compatibility

Designed for use in milling machines or machining centers accepting a 3/8 inch shank dovetail cutter with a Weldon flat drive configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or tooling technician. The cutter is secured in a set-screw style toolholder or end mill holder that accepts a 3/8 inch shank with Weldon flat. Confirm the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is in a safe, locked-out state before changing tooling. Use appropriate cutting fluid or coolant for the workpiece material to extend tool life and maintain dimensional accuracy.