Value Collection 724-2302 Roughing End Mill 1-1/4 in Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 724-2302 is a single-end roughing end mill designed for aggressive material removal in milling applications. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, it measures 1.25 inches in diameter with a matching 1.25-inch shank diameter. The 6-flute geometry and right-hand cutting and flute direction make this tool well-suited for roughing passes on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. With a 2-inch length of cut and 4.5-inch overall length, it provides solid reach for standard workpiece setups. This is a non-centercutting tool intended for peripheral cutting, not plunge operations.

This roughing end mill is used in machining environments where rapid stock removal is the priority before finishing passes. It is appropriate for use on manual or CNC vertical milling machines, machining centers, and knee mills. The cobalt M42 construction gives it better heat resistance than standard M2 high-speed steel, making it a practical choice for harder materials or interrupted cuts where tool temperatures run higher than normal. Licensed machinists and tool-and-die professionals are the typical end users for a tool in this class.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for improved heat and wear resistance over standard HSS
• 6-flute design increases feed rate capability and surface contact during roughing
• 1.25-inch diameter with matching 1.25-inch shank for rigid, chatter-resistant setup
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute direction for standard spindle operation
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluids or coolant
• Single-end configuration; not centercutting — peripheral cuts only

Compatibility

Designed as a standard single-end roughing end mill with a 1.25-inch shank, compatible with milling machine spindles, collet chucks, and end mill holders sized for 1.25-inch shank tooling.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist following safe tooling practices. Secure the shank fully within the tool holder to the recommended engagement depth before tightening; do not expose excess shank beyond the holder. Confirm spindle direction is set to right-hand rotation before engaging the cut. Because this is a non-centercutting tool, do not use it for plunge or drilling operations — approach the workpiece from the side or use a pre-drilled entry point.