Value Collection 720-2188 Ball End Mill 3/4 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-2188 is a double-end ball end mill designed for milling curved surfaces, contoured profiles, and three-dimensional shapes in metal and similar materials. Built from M2 high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this tool delivers reliable performance in general-purpose machining applications. The 3/4 inch diameter cutting head pairs with a 30-degree right-hand spiral helix and two flutes, providing a balance of chip evacuation and surface finish quality. At 0.5 pounds, it is a standard-weight tool suited for benchtop mills, knee mills, and CNC machining centers.

This ball end mill is used in job shops, toolrooms, and manufacturing environments where radius milling and profiling cuts are performed on steel, aluminum, cast iron, and non-ferrous alloys. The double-end configuration extends tool life by providing two usable cutting ends, reducing downtime and tooling cost per operation. It is appropriate for both conventional and climb milling in standard cutting conditions.

Key Features

• Double-end design provides two cutting ends per tool for extended tool life
• M2 high speed steel construction offers toughness and wear resistance across a wide range of workpiece materials
• 30-degree right-hand helix promotes efficient chip flow and smooth cutting action
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for general-purpose use without specialized coolant requirements
• 3/4 inch shank diameter matches standard collet and end mill holder sizes
• Two-flute geometry allows adequate chip clearance in softer materials and profiling applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-shank replacement ball end mill for use in any milling machine or machining center accepting a 3/4 inch straight shank toolholder or collet.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the tool is clamped securely in a properly sized collet, end mill holder, or Weldon-style holder before operation. Verify runout with a dial indicator before beginning a cut. Follow the machine manufacturer and tooling supplier recommendations for speeds, feeds, and depth of cut based on workpiece material.