Value Collection 724-2173 Roughing End Mill 3/4 in Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-2173 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in milling applications. Manufactured from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, it delivers solid performance in ferrous and non-ferrous metals where heat resistance and edge retention matter. The 3/4 inch diameter cutter features 4 right-hand flutes with a right-hand cutting direction, a 3/4 inch length of cut, and a 3 inch overall length. The 3/4 inch straight shank seats directly into standard end mill holders or collet chucks. This tool is installed by machinists and tool-and-die professionals working in job shops, maintenance environments, and production settings.

This roughing end mill is suited for slotting, profiling, and roughing passes on milling machines and machining centers where stock removal rate is the priority over surface finish. The serrated or wave-form cutting geometry typical of roughing end mills breaks chips into smaller segments, reducing cutting forces and heat buildup. It is appropriate for use on steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and similar materials. The non-centercutting configuration means it is intended for peripheral cuts and side milling rather than plunge operations.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt HSS construction for improved heat and wear resistance versus standard M2 HSS
• 3/4 inch cutting diameter with 3/4 inch length of cut and 3 inch overall length
• 4 right-hand flutes with right-hand cutting direction for standard spindle operation
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluid in conventional milling setups
• Single-end design with 3/4 inch straight shank for direct chuck or collet mounting
• Non-centercutting — optimized for peripheral and side milling, not plunge entry

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-shank roughing end mill compatible with milling machines, knee mills, and CNC machining centers accepting a 3/4 inch straight shank via end mill holders, collet chucks, or set-screw holders.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or tool-room personnel. Power down and lock out the spindle before changing tooling. Seat the shank fully into the holder and torque set screws or tighten the collet nut to the machine manufacturer's specification. Verify runout with a dial indicator before beginning a cut, and confirm the spindle rotation direction matches the right-hand cutting geometry of this tool.