Value Collection 720-1229 Square End Mill 5/8 in Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-1229 is a single-end square end mill designed for material removal and profile milling on a wide range of workpiece materials. Manufactured from M2 high speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, it measures 0.625 inches in diameter with a 2-inch length of cut and a 4.125-inch overall length. The 2-flute, 30-degree spiral helix geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation and is well-suited to both slotting and peripheral milling operations. Centercutting capability allows the tool to plunge directly into the workpiece without a pre-drilled entry hole. Installed by machinists in job shops, toolrooms, and general manufacturing environments.

This end mill is rated for use on steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum, and other non-ferrous materials, covering workpiece material codes P, M, K, and N. The regular-length profile and 0.625-inch shank diameter make it compatible with standard collet chucks, ER toolholders, and milling machine spindles of matching bore size. It is appropriate for CNC machining centers and manual knee mills alike. Right-hand cut and right-hand flute configuration is the standard orientation for conventional and climb milling setups.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction provides toughness and wear resistance across a broad range of workpiece materials
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for aluminum, non-ferrous metals, and general-purpose steel cutting
• 2-flute design with 30-degree helix angle promotes chip clearance in slotting and full-width cuts
• Centercutting geometry allows direct plunge entry without a pilot hole
• Right-hand cut, right-hand flute for standard milling machine setups
• Regular-length series with no extended reach for maximum rigidity at this diameter

Compatibility

Compatible with workpiece materials including steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum, and non-ferrous alloys. The 0.625-inch shank seats in any collet, ER holder, or end mill holder bored to 5/8 inch.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or toolroom technician. Before mounting, ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is in a locked or e-stopped state. Seat the shank fully into the holder and torque retention hardware per the toolholder manufacturer specifications. Verify runout with a dial indicator before beginning the cut, as excessive runout accelerates edge wear on HSS tooling.