Value Collection 720-1417 Ball End Mill 5/8 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-1417 is a single-end ball end mill designed for contour milling, slotting, and 3D profiling operations on a wide range of materials. Constructed from M2 high speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish, it offers solid wear resistance for general-purpose machining applications. The tool features a 5/8-inch mill diameter, a 1-1/8-inch length of cut, and a 1/2-inch shank diameter, giving machinists a reliable tool for moderate-depth passes. With two right-hand spiral flutes and right-hand cutting direction, it produces consistent chip evacuation and smooth surface finishes on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces.

This ball end mill is suited for use in manual mills and CNC machining centers in job shop, tool room, and general production environments. It is appropriate for profiling, pocketing, and finishing cuts in mild steel, aluminum, brass, and similar materials. The standard length configuration and 3-1/8-inch overall length make it compatible with typical toolholders and collet chucks accepting a 1/2-inch shank. Machinists working with contoured surfaces or die cavities will find the ball nose geometry effective for blending radii and creating smooth three-dimensional profiles.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction provides good toughness and wear resistance for general-purpose milling
• Ball nose geometry suited for contour milling, 3D profiling, and radius blending
• Bright/uncoated finish compatible with a wide range of cutting fluids and materials
• Two right-hand spiral flutes promote efficient chip clearance during cuts
• Single-end design with 1/2-inch shank fits standard collet chucks and end mill holders
• Standard length OAL of 3-1/8 inches minimizes deflection during typical depth cuts

Compatibility

Designed as a standard single-end ball end mill compatible with any milling machine or CNC machining center equipped with a toolholder or collet accepting a 1/2-inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist following the machine tool manufacturer guidelines. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down before inserting or removing the tool from the holder. Confirm the shank is clean and fully seated in the collet or end mill holder before tightening to the appropriate torque specified by the toolholder manufacturer. Inspect the cutting edges for chips or damage before each use.