Value Collection 724-0212 Roughing End Mill 7/8 in 5 Flute Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-0212 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in milling applications. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, it delivers the heat resistance and edge toughness required for interrupted cuts and high-feed roughing passes. The cutter measures 7/8 inch (0.875 inch) in diameter with a 3/4 inch shank diameter, a 1-7/8 inch length of cut, and a 4-1/8 inch overall length. Five right-hand flutes with a right-hand cutting direction channel chips efficiently and reduce chatter during heavy stock removal operations.

This roughing end mill is suited for use on vertical and horizontal milling machines, CNC machining centers, and manual knee mills in job shop, maintenance, and production environments. The center-cutting geometry allows plunge entry, giving machinists flexibility for slot milling and pocket entry without a pre-drilled start hole. M42 cobalt construction makes it a practical choice when cutting alloy steels, stainless steels, cast iron, and other difficult-to-machine materials where standard HSS tooling would wear prematurely.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for superior heat resistance and edge retention over standard HSS
• 5-flute serrated roughing geometry for high material removal rates and reduced cutting forces
• Center-cutting design allows direct plunge entry into workpiece material
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute direction for standard spindle rotation
• Bright uncoated finish compatible with cutting fluids and coolant systems
• Single-end configuration with 3/4 inch shank for secure collet or end mill holder clamping

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation roughing end mill for use with standard 3/4 inch end mill holders, collet chucks, and Weldon-style tool holders on vertical mills, knee mills, and CNC machining centers.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or tooling technicians. The machine spindle must be fully stopped and the control in an e-stop or locked-out state before changing tooling. Secure the 3/4 inch shank in a properly sized collet or end mill holder and torque the retention hardware according to the tool holder manufacturer guidelines. Inspect the cutting edges for chips or damage before each use and verify runout with a dial indicator when tight tolerances are required.