Value Collection 720-1457 Ball End Mill 5/16 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-1457 is a single-end ball end mill designed for profiling, contouring, and 3D milling operations in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Built from M2 high speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, this tool delivers consistent cutting performance in general-purpose machining environments. It measures 5/16 inches in diameter with a 3/4-inch length of cut and a 3-5/16-inch overall length. The right-hand cutting, right-hand spiral flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation. With two flutes and an extended reach configuration, it suits applications where tool clearance and finish quality are both priorities.

This ball end mill is used in manual and CNC milling machines for cavity work, radius profiling, and die/mold contouring. The 3/8-inch shank diameter fits standard collets and end mill holders commonly found in knee mills, vertical machining centers, and toolroom setups. The 1-3/4-inch reach length makes it well suited for moderate-depth pocket milling where a standard-length tool would not clear the workpiece walls. It is typically installed and operated by machinists, tool-and-die makers, and CNC programmers working in job shop or production environments.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for toughness and wear resistance in general-purpose milling
• Bright uncoated finish suited for a wide range of workpiece materials
• 2-flute right-hand spiral geometry promotes chip clearance and reduces cutting forces
• Extended reach design with 1-3/4-inch reach length for deeper cavity access
• Single-end configuration with 3/8-inch shank for standard collet and end mill holder compatibility
• 5/16-inch ball nose diameter produces accurate radii in profiling and contouring passes

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock ball end mill for use in standard milling machine collets and end mill holders accepting a 3/8-inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC operators. Ensure the spindle is fully powered down and locked before inserting or removing the tool from the holder. Verify collet or holder is clean and free of debris before seating the shank to the correct engagement depth. Follow machine tool manufacturer guidelines and applicable shop safety standards when setting speeds and feeds for the workpiece material.