Value Collection 720-2174 Ball End Mill 1/2 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-2174 is a double-end ball end mill designed for milling contoured surfaces, slots, and complex 3D profiles in a wide range of materials. Built from M2 high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, it delivers reliable performance in general-purpose machining applications. The 1/2 inch mill diameter and 13/16 inch length of cut make it well-suited for moderate-depth profiling and finishing passes. A 30-degree helix angle promotes smooth chip evacuation and reduces cutting forces. This end mill is installed and used by machinists, tool-and-die makers, and CNC operators working on mills, machining centers, and manual knee mills.

This end mill is appropriate for job shops, maintenance machining, and production environments where a double-end design extends usable tool life. The 1/2 inch shank diameter fits standard ER collets, end mill holders, and Weldon-style holders commonly found in both manual and CNC setups. Its right-hand cut and right-hand spiral flute direction are standard for conventional and climb milling operations on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces.

Key Features

• Double-end design provides two usable cutting ends, extending tool life between replacements
• M2 high speed steel construction offers a balance of toughness and wear resistance
• 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip flow and reduces cutting forces
• Bright/uncoated finish suits a broad range of general-purpose materials
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute spiral for standard milling operations
• Standard length profile fits most common tool holders without extended-reach considerations

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-shank replacement ball end mill for use in any milling machine, machining center, or CNC router equipped with a 1/2 inch end mill holder or compatible collet chuck.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist with the machine in a powered-down, locked-out state before tool changes. Seat the 1/2 inch shank fully into the holder and torque retention hardware according to the tool holder manufacturer specifications. Inspect the cutting edges for chips or damage before each use. Double-end tools should be handled carefully to protect the inactive end during storage and setup.