Value Collection 724-0269 Roughing End Mill 1 in 5 Flute Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-0269 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in ferrous and non-ferrous machining applications. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, this tool delivers the hardness and heat resistance needed for interrupted cuts and difficult alloys. It features a 1 inch cutting diameter, 5 flutes, and a 4 inch length of cut, making it well suited for deep slotting, profiling, and roughing passes where chip volume and tool rigidity matter. The overall length is 6.5 inches with a 1 inch shank diameter. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals rely on this geometry for efficient stock removal before finishing operations.

This roughing end mill is intended for use in vertical machining centers, knee mills, and manual milling machines where heavy roughing cuts are required. The right-hand cutting direction and right-hand flute spiral are standard for conventional milling setups. The centercutting capability allows the tool to plunge directly into the workpiece, adding versatility for die work, mold pockets, and general production machining. It is a single-end tool, so the full shank is available for secure chuck or collet clamping across the full 6.5 inch overall length.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt high-speed steel construction for elevated heat and wear resistance
• 5-flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation during heavy roughing passes
• 1 inch cutting diameter with a 4 inch length of cut for deep-cavity applications
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry without pre-drilling
• Right-hand cut and right-hand helix for standard milling machine setups
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluids on a wide range of materials

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style roughing end mill compatible with standard 1 inch collets, end mill holders, and hydraulic chucks used on vertical and horizontal milling machines.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist following shop safety protocols. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down before changing tooling. Secure the shank in a properly sized collet or end mill holder to the full recommended engagement depth to prevent pullout under heavy cuts. Verify runout with a dial indicator after clamping before beginning a cutting pass.