Value Collection 720-1461 Ball End Mill 7/16 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-1461 is a single-end ball end mill designed for contour milling, profiling, and 3D surface work in metal and general-purpose machining applications. The cutter features a 7/16 inch (0.4375 inch) diameter with a 1 inch length of cut, a 1/2 inch shank diameter, and an overall length of 3-11/16 inches. Constructed from M2 high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this end mill suits low-to-moderate speed operations where regrinding is a routine part of the workflow. The two-flute geometry provides clearance for chip evacuation and is well suited to slotting and plunge cuts where chip load per tooth needs to stay manageable.

This ball end mill is used in manual mills, CNC machining centers, and knee mills for producing radii, fillets, and contoured surfaces in steel, aluminum, brass, and plastics. The extended reach design, with a 1-7/8 inch reach length, allows access to features recessed below the workpiece surface or in deeper cavities. Right-hand cutting and right-hand spiral flute direction are standard for conventional spindle rotation. The single-end configuration makes it straightforward to rechuck after wear on the cutting end without flipping the tool.

Key Features

• 7/16 inch (0.4375 inch) ball nose diameter for radius and contour work
• M2 high speed steel construction for toughness and regrindability
• 2-flute right-hand spiral geometry for effective chip clearance
• Extended reach with 1-7/8 inch reach length for deeper cavity access
• Bright uncoated finish — ready for use or easy to coat after regrind
• Single-end design with 1/2 inch shank for standard collet and end mill holder compatibility

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock ball end mill compatible with standard 1/2 inch end mill holders, ER collets, and set-screw style tool holders used in manual and CNC milling equipment.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machining professionals using standard end mill holders or ER-series collet chucks rated for the 1/2 inch shank diameter. Confirm the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is locked out before changing tooling. Inspect the shank and collet bore for chips or burrs before seating the tool, and verify runout with a dial indicator before cutting. Follow the machine tool manufacturer guidelines for maximum RPM and feed rate for HSS tooling at this diameter.