Value Collection 33028 Roughing Finishing End Mill 1/2 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 33028 is a single-end roughing finishing end mill designed for aggressive material removal and finishing passes in a single tool. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel, it delivers heat resistance and edge retention in harder workpiece materials. The 3-flute, square-end geometry paired with a 45-degree helix angle provides efficient chip evacuation while maintaining surface quality. With a 1/2 inch cutting diameter and 2 inch length of cut, this end mill handles side milling, slotting, and profiling operations across a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The bright uncoated finish suits applications where coating interaction with the workpiece material is a concern.

This end mill is suited for use in manual mills and CNC machining centers in job shop, production, and maintenance environments. The straight 1/2 inch shank fits standard ER and side-lock tool holders. The centercutting design allows plunge entry without a pre-drilled pilot hole, making it practical for pocketing and ramping operations. Right-hand cutting and right-hand flute direction are standard for conventional and climb milling setups.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for improved heat and wear resistance versus standard HSS
• 45-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip flow and reduces cutting forces
• 3-flute square end configuration balances material removal rate with surface finish
• Centercutting design permits direct plunge entry into the workpiece
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for a broad range of materials
• Single-end design with straight shank for compatibility with standard tool holders

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or production end mill for manual and CNC milling machines accepting a 1/2 inch straight shank.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down before changing tooling. Secure the shank in a clean, properly sized collet or end mill holder and torque the retention mechanism according to the tool holder manufacturer specifications. Inspect the cutting edges for chipping before use and confirm runout with a dial indicator after setup.