Value Collection 722-1017 Square End Mill 1/4 in 2 Flute Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 722-1017 is a square end mill designed for general-purpose milling operations in machine shops and manufacturing environments. Built from M2 high speed steel with a titanium nitride (TiN) coating, this tool delivers solid wear resistance and extended tool life compared to uncoated HSS. It features a 0.25 inch cutting diameter, a 0.50 inch length of cut, and a 0.375 inch shank diameter, making it a compact, versatile choice for slotting, profiling, and peripheral milling cuts in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Machinists and CNC operators are the primary users of this end mill in both manual and CNC milling setups.

This end mill is suited for light-to-medium material removal on mills, machining centers, and knee mills. The single-end configuration with a 2-5/16 inch overall length and regular length classification makes it appropriate for standard-depth pockets and slots where reach is not a limiting factor. The 2-flute geometry provides efficient chip evacuation, which is especially useful when cutting softer materials or when chip packing is a concern in slotting applications.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for toughness and re-sharpenability
• TiN coating reduces friction and increases surface hardness for longer tool life
• 2-flute spiral design promotes effective chip evacuation in slotting and profiling
• 30-degree helix angle balances cutting forces and improves surface finish
• Centercutting geometry allows plunge cutting directly into workpiece material
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute for use in standard spindle rotation setups

Compatibility

Designed as a standard single-end square end mill with a 3/8 inch shank, compatible with any milling machine or machining center collet, end mill holder, or set-screw holder sized for a 3/8 inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or CNC operator. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the power is locked out before inserting or removing the tool from the holder. Seat the shank fully in the collet or holder and torque the retention mechanism to the tool holder manufacturer's specification. Verify runout with a dial indicator before initiating a cut to avoid premature tool wear or workpiece damage.