Value Collection 724-1266 Roughing End Mill 1 in 5 Flute Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-1266 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 (titanium nitride) coating, this tool handles tough ferrous and non-ferrous materials with reduced heat buildup and extended tool life. It features a 1-inch mill diameter, 5 flutes, and a 3-inch length of cut, making it well-suited for hogging operations where chip evacuation and edge durability are priorities. The right-hand cutting and right-hand flute direction are standard for conventional milling setups. Center-cutting geometry allows plunge entry without a pre-drilled pilot hole.

This roughing end mill is used in machine shops, toolrooms, and production environments where high-volume stock removal is required before finish milling. It is appropriate for vertical milling machines, CNC machining centers, and manual knee mills. The 1-inch shank diameter matches directly to standard collet chucks, end mill holders, or Weldon-style tool holders common in industrial setups. Applications include slotting, profiling, and peripheral roughing in steel, stainless, and similar hard alloys where cobalt tooling is preferred over standard HSS.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for elevated heat and wear resistance in tough materials
• TiN coating reduces friction and extends cutting edge life
• 5-flute design balances chip load capacity with chip clearance for roughing passes
• Center-cutting geometry allows direct plunge milling without a pilot hole
• 3-inch length of cut supports deep shoulder and slot operations
• Right-hand cut and right-hand helix for standard spindle rotation setups

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement for 1-inch shank roughing end mills in standard end mill holders, collet chucks, and Weldon-style tool holders on vertical milling machines and CNC machining centers.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom professional. Always power down and lock out the spindle before changing tooling. Secure the shank to the full recommended grip depth in the tool holder and verify runout with a dial indicator before cutting. Follow machine manufacturer torque specifications for set screws or collet nuts.