Value Collection 720-3043 Square End Mill 1/2in 4 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-3043 is a single-end, 4-flute square end mill designed for general-purpose milling operations in metal fabrication and machining environments. Manufactured from M2 high speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish, it delivers reliable cutting performance across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The cutter measures 1/2 inch in diameter with a 1 inch length of cut and a 2-11/16 inch overall length. A 30-degree right-hand helix and right-hand cutting direction promote efficient chip evacuation. This tool is installed and operated by machinists and tool-and-die professionals in manual and CNC milling setups.

This end mill is suited for standard slotting, profiling, and peripheral milling applications in job shop, production, and maintenance machining environments. Its regular-length geometry fits common tool holders and collets accepting a 3/8 inch shank. The bright/uncoated surface is appropriate for general-purpose cuts where coating-specific lubricity or heat resistance is not required. It is not center-cutting, so plunge milling is not recommended with this tool. The fractional inch sizing makes it a straightforward fit in inch-standard setups.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for dependable wear resistance in general milling
• 4-flute spiral flute design promotes smooth surface finish and efficient material removal
• 30-degree right-hand helix with right-hand cutting direction for standard milling operations
• Bright/uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluids on ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Single-end configuration with regular length geometry for versatile toolholder compatibility
• Not center-cutting — optimized for peripheral and slot milling, not plunge entry

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stocked end mill for inch-standard milling machines and CNC machining centers accepting a 3/8 inch shank collet or end mill holder.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist. Ensure the machine spindle is fully powered down and at a complete stop before inserting or removing the end mill from the tool holder. Use the appropriate collet size or end mill holder rated for a 3/8 inch shank and torque the retention hardware per the tool holder manufacturer specifications. Because this tool is not center-cutting, always approach the workpiece from the side rather than plunging axially into solid material.