Value Collection 33043 Cobalt T-slot Cutter 1-15/32 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 33043 is a cobalt T-slot cutter designed for milling T-slots in machine tables, fixtures, and workholding components. Made from M42 cobalt high-speed steel, this cutter handles interrupted cuts and harder workpiece materials that would accelerate wear on standard HSS tooling. It measures 1-15/32 inches in diameter with a 5/8 inch cutting width and mounts on a 1 inch shank. The straight tooth configuration and bright uncoated finish make it well suited for general-purpose T-slot milling where coolant and consistent chip evacuation are managed at the machine. Machinists and toolroom technicians are the primary installers of this cutter.

This T-slot cutter is used in manual mills, CNC knee mills, and horizontal milling machines to cut T-slots that accept 3/4 inch T-slot bolts. Typical applications include fabricating or reconditioning machine table T-slots, building custom fixturing plates, and producing clamping slots in tooling blocks. The 25/32 inch neck diameter and 1-1/2 inch neck length provide clearance to reach slot depth without body interference. With 10 teeth and a 4-7/16 inch overall length, it is sized for standard industrial milling setups in job shops and maintenance environments.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt HSS construction resists heat and wear during interrupted T-slot cuts
• 1-15/32 inch cutter diameter with 5/8 inch cutting width for 3/4 inch bolt T-slots
• 10 straight teeth for consistent chip formation in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• 25/32 inch neck diameter and 1-1/2 inch neck length provide clearance at slot depth
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting oils and water-soluble coolants
• 1 inch shank diameter fits standard milling machine arbors and holders

Compatibility

Designed for use in milling machines accepting a 1 inch shank arbor; cuts T-slots sized for 3/4 inch T-slot bolts per standard machine table configurations.

Installation Notes

This cutter is installed and operated by machinists on manual or CNC milling machines. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before mounting or removing the cutter from the arbor. Secure the shank fully in the arbor holder and verify runout before beginning the cut. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material and take conservative depth-of-cut passes to protect cutter geometry and extend tool life.