Value Collection 724-2254 Roughing End Mill 1in Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-2254 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, it delivers the heat and wear resistance needed for interrupted cuts and tough ferrous materials. The 1-inch diameter cutter features 5 flutes and a 1.125-inch length of cut, producing a coarse chip-breaking action that clears material faster than standard end mills. Overall length is 3.625 inches. This tool is intended for use in CNC machining centers and manual knee mills by machinists and tool-and-die professionals.

This roughing end mill is suited for face milling, slotting, and profile roughing passes on steel, stainless steel, and other hard ferrous alloys. The right-hand cutting direction and right-hand flute spiral are standard for conventional milling setups. The 1-inch shank diameter matches the cutter diameter, making it compatible with standard ER, CAT, BT, and R8 collet and arbor tooling systems commonly found in production shops. It is not center-cutting, so ramp or helical entry is required when plunging into a workpiece.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for elevated heat resistance during heavy roughing cuts
• 5-flute geometry promotes rapid stock removal with manageable chip loads
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating buildup to obscure tolerances on the shank
• Right-hand cut and right-hand spiral for standard milling machine spindle direction
• 1-inch shank diameter matches cutter diameter for rigid tool holding
• Not center-cutting — designed for peripheral and plunge-entry-free roughing applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use roughing end mill for milling machines accepting a 1-inch shank diameter tool holder, including ER collet chucks, CAT and BT arbors, and R8 collets in standard production and job-shop environments.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom professional. Power down and lock out the spindle drive before seating or removing the tool from its holder. Ensure the shank is fully inserted to the minimum engagement depth specified by the tool holder manufacturer. Because this end mill is not center-cutting, use a ramp, helical, or pre-drilled entry path — do not plunge directly into solid material.