Value Collection 720-3101 Square End Mill 1 in 6 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 720-3101 is a single-end, 6-flute square end mill designed for general-purpose milling operations in metal and other machinable materials. Manufactured from M2 high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, it delivers reliable cutting performance in a standard fractional-inch geometry. The 1 inch cutting diameter pairs with a 1-7/8 inch length of cut (LOC) and a 30-degree right-hand helix, producing efficient chip evacuation across a range of materials. It is installed and operated by machinists and toolroom technicians on manual or CNC milling machines.

This end mill is suited for peripheral milling, slotting, and profiling operations in job shop, toolroom, and production environments. The 6-flute configuration supports higher feed rates and improved surface finish compared to lower-flute-count tools when machining at appropriate chip loads. Note that this tool is not center-cutting, so ramp or helical entry strategies should be used when plunging into solid material. It is a fractional-inch series tool in the VC-HSS-6 product family.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for durability across a wide range of workpiece materials
• 6-flute geometry supports higher feed rates and improved surface finish in finishing passes
• 30-degree right-hand helix promotes smooth chip flow and reduced chatter
• Bright, uncoated finish - compatible with cutting fluid or dry machining setups
• Single-end design; not center-cutting - requires ramp or helical entry for plunge operations
• Regular-length series for standard reach applications without extended-reach deflection concerns

Compatibility

Designed as a standard fractional-inch replacement or stock end mill for ER collet chucks, end mill holders, and side-lock holders accepting a 5/8 inch shank diameter on manual knee mills and CNC machining centers.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified machinists following standard toolholding procedures. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before inserting or removing the tool. Seat the shank fully into the holder to the recommended engagement depth and torque set screws or collet nuts per the toolholder manufacturer specifications. Because this end mill is not center-cutting, avoid direct axial plunge into solid material - use ramp-in or helical interpolation entry paths programmed at appropriate angles for the material being cut.