Value Collection 395-1220 Keyway Broach Style C Hss 5/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 395-1220 is a Style C keyway broach manufactured from high speed steel (HSS) for cutting keyways in ferrous and non-ferrous metal workpieces. The broach measures 5/16 inches in keyway width with a 3/8-inch body width and an overall length of 11-3/4 inches. Cutting length ranges from 25/64 inches minimum to 2-1/2 inches maximum, giving machinists flexibility across a range of hub depths. Two shims are required for proper operation. The bright finish indicates an uncoated HSS tool ready for use in manual or arbor press broaching setups. This tool is suited for machine shops, maintenance facilities, and production environments where precise keyway cutting is required.

This broach is used to cut Style C keyways in bushings, gears, sprockets, and similar hub-style workpieces. It is appropriate for both ferrous metals such as steel and cast iron and non-ferrous metals such as aluminum and brass. The 5/16-inch keyway width is a common industrial standard size used in shaft-and-hub assemblies across a wide range of mechanical power transmission applications. Two shims must be used in conjunction with this broach to achieve the correct keyway depth and dimensional accuracy.

Key Features

• Style C keyway broach for standard hub and bushing keyway cutting
• High speed steel construction for durability in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• 5/16-inch keyway width with a keyway width tolerance of 0.3137 inches
• Cutting length range from 25/64 inches to 2-1/2 inches
• 11-3/4-inch overall length compatible with standard broaching arbor press setups
• Bright finish, uncoated HSS — ready to use out of the box
• Requires 2 shims for correct depth setting (shims sold separately)

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard Style C keyway broaching arbor press kits and push-type broaching systems. Compatible with ferrous and non-ferrous metal workpieces requiring a 5/16-inch keyway. Verify that the shim count and body width are consistent with your existing broach set before use.

Installation Notes

Keyway broaching is typically performed by machinists or maintenance technicians using an arbor press or hydraulic press. Ensure the workpiece is securely fixtured and the broach is properly aligned with the bore axis before applying press force. Two shims must be installed with this broach to achieve the correct keyway depth — operating without the required shims will produce an out-of-tolerance keyway. Apply a suitable cutting fluid to the broach and workpiece bore to reduce tool wear and improve surface finish.