Value Collection 724-0254 Roughing End Mill 1 in 5 Flute Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-0254 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in milling operations. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this tool delivers reliable performance on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It features a 1-inch cutting diameter, a 1.125-inch length of cut, and 5 flutes configured for right-hand cutting and right-hand flute direction. The 1-inch shank diameter provides solid tool holding in standard end mill holders. Center-cutting capability allows plunge entry directly into the workpiece.

This roughing end mill is suited for use in vertical machining centers, manual knee mills, and CNC milling applications where stock removal rate takes priority over surface finish. The 5-flute geometry and cobalt construction make it appropriate for cutting steel, stainless steel, and other tough alloys in job shop, tool room, and production environments. The 3.625-inch overall length accommodates standard reach requirements without sacrificing rigidity. Licensed machinists and tooling specialists typically select this style of end mill for roughing passes before finishing cuts.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for heat and wear resistance in ferrous cutting
• 5-flute design increases feed rate capability over standard 4-flute roughing tools
• Center-cutting geometry allows direct plunge entry without pre-drilling
• Right-hand cut and right-hand helix flute direction for conventional milling setups
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating to delaminate during regrind cycles
• 1-inch shank diameter for secure clamping in standard collet chucks and end mill holders

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard tooling selection for 1-inch bore end mill holders, collet chucks, and Weldon-shank tool holders used in vertical and horizontal milling machines.

Installation Notes

Installation and tool changes must be performed with the machine spindle fully stopped and the machine powered down or in an e-stop condition. Use a properly sized end mill holder or collet to ensure full shank engagement — minimum shank engagement should follow the tool holder manufacturer's guidelines. Inspect the flutes and cutting edges for damage before use. Cutting parameters including spindle speed and feed rate should be calculated based on the workpiece material and machine rigidity — do not exceed the tool holder's rated runout tolerance.