Value Collection 720-1001 Square End Mill 1/8 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-1001 is a single-end square end mill designed for general-purpose milling operations across a range of metalworking applications. It features a 1/8 inch cutting diameter, a 3/8 inch length of cut, and is manufactured from M2 grade high speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish. The 30-degree right-hand spiral flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation and clean cutting action. At 2-5/16 inches overall length with a 3/8 inch shank diameter, this tool fits standard collet and end mill holders used in manual mills and CNC machining centers. Machinists and tool and die professionals install and operate this type of cutter for slotting, profiling, and peripheral milling tasks.

This end mill is suited for use in both manual and CNC milling environments where small-diameter, precision cutting is required. It is center-cutting, allowing plunge entry into the workpiece. Primary workpiece materials include steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and aluminum and non-ferrous alloys. The regular length classification makes it a standard-reach tool appropriate for general shop work rather than deep-cavity or extended-reach applications. It ships as a single-piece unit.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for wear resistance across steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and non-ferrous materials
• 2-flute, 30-degree right-hand helix for efficient chip clearance in slotting and profiling cuts
• Center-cutting geometry allows direct plunge entry without a pre-drilled pilot hole
• Bright/uncoated finish — no coating buildup at the cutting edge, suited for general-purpose use
• Single-end design with a 3/8 inch shank diameter for compatibility with standard collet systems
• Right-hand cutting direction compatible with conventional milling setups

Compatibility

Designed as a standard single-end square end mill with a 3/8 inch shank diameter, compatible with collet chucks and end mill holders sized for 3/8 inch shanks on manual knee mills and CNC machining centers.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully powered down and at a complete stop before loading or removing the cutter from the holder. Use a properly torqued collet nut or set-screw holder to secure the shank, leaving adequate cutter engagement without excessive overhang. Verify spindle rotation direction matches the right-hand cutting orientation of this tool before initiating any cut.