Value Collection 723-6705 Roughing End Mill 1/4 in Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 723-6705 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in milling operations. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a TiN coating, it delivers heat and wear resistance suited to ferrous and non-ferrous stock. The 1/4 inch cutting diameter and 3-flute geometry produce a coarse chip and rapid stock removal, making it a practical choice for roughing passes before finishing. At 0.02 pounds, it is a compact tool intended for use in standard milling machines and machining centers. Right-hand cutting and right-hand flute direction are standard for conventional mill setups.

This end mill fits production and job-shop environments where fast material removal on steel, stainless, and similar alloys is required. The 5/16 inch length of cut is suited to shallow-to-moderate depth passes. The 3/8 inch shank diameter accommodates standard collet chucks and end mill holders common in vertical mills and CNC machining centers. It is a single-end tool, meaning once the cutting end is worn it is not reversible. Machinists and tooling technicians performing roughing operations in metalworking shops are the primary users.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt HSS construction for elevated heat resistance during heavy cuts
• TiN coating reduces friction and extends tool life on ferrous materials
• 3-flute design balances chip evacuation with cutting efficiency on roughing passes
• Right-hand cut and right-hand spiral for standard milling machine setups
• Non-centercutting geometry — requires a pre-drilled entry point or side entry
• Single-end configuration with a 3/8 inch shank for common collet and end mill holders

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct substitute for 1/4 inch diameter single-end roughing end mills used in standard vertical mills and CNC machining centers accepting a 3/8 inch shank.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or tooling technician. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before changing tooling. Seat the shank fully and evenly in the collet or end mill holder and torque the drawbar or collet nut according to the machine manufacturer's specifications. Because this tool is non-centercutting, do not plunge directly into solid material — use a pre-drilled hole or ramp entry.