Value Collection 724-1032 Roughing End Mill 1/4 in Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-1032 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in milling operations. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel and finished with a TiN (titanium nitride) coating, this tool handles tough ferrous and non-ferrous materials where standard HSS tooling falls short. The 1/4-inch cutting diameter, 4-flute geometry, and right-hand cutting direction make it a reliable choice for slotting, profiling, and roughing passes on manual mills and CNC machining centers. It is center-cutting, allowing direct plunge entry into the workpiece without pre-drilling.

This end mill is suited for job shops, tool rooms, and production environments where cobalt tooling is specified for hardened steels, stainless, or high-temp alloys. The 3/8-inch shank diameter fits standard ER collets, end mill holders, and side-lock holders commonly found in both manual and CNC setups. The 1-1/8-inch length of cut and 2-15/16-inch overall length keep the tool rigid and reduce deflection during heavy roughing cuts.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt steel construction for improved heat and wear resistance over standard HSS
• TiN coating extends tool life and reduces friction at the cutting edge
• Center-cutting design allows direct plunge milling without a pilot hole
• 4-flute, right-hand spiral geometry optimized for roughing passes
• 3/8-inch shank diameter fits common collet and end mill holder systems
• Single-end configuration with 1-1/8-inch length of cut

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement or standard tooling option for any milling setup that accepts a 3/8-inch shank end mill, including ER collet chucks and side-lock end mill holders on manual knee mills and CNC vertical machining centers.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC setup technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before inserting or removing the tool. Seat the shank to the recommended minimum insertion depth in the holder to maximize rigidity and prevent pullout under load. Verify runout with a dial indicator after clamping before beginning a cut.