Value Collection C12001008 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C12001008 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling Woodruff keyseats in shafts and other machined components. It features a 1-inch cut diameter and a 5/16-inch (0.3125-inch) cutting width, conforming to ANSI standard 1008 (Old Standard B). The cutter is manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish and a staggered-tooth configuration across 12 teeth. The staggered tooth design reduces cutting forces and helps clear chips during the cut. The 1/2-inch shank connects directly to compatible milling machine arbors or holders.

This keyseat cutter is used in precision machining environments — job shops, maintenance repair operations, and production facilities — wherever Woodruff keyways must be cut to ANSI 1008 specifications. It is suitable for cutting keyseats in steel, aluminum, and similar materials on vertical or horizontal milling machines. With a 2-5/16-inch overall length and 1/2-inch shank, it fits standard milling setups without adapters in most configurations.

Key Features

• 1-inch cut diameter to ANSI standard 1008, Old Standard B
• 5/16-inch (0.3125-inch) cutting width for accurate Woodruff keyseat dimensions
• Staggered-tooth design across 12 teeth reduces cutting forces and improves chip evacuation
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction provides good wear resistance across a range of workpiece materials
• Bright, uncoated finish — ready to use without additional prep
• 1/2-inch shank diameter for compatibility with standard milling arbors and holders

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement or new-install Woodruff keyseat cutter for use on vertical or horizontal milling machines accepting a 1/2-inch shank, conforming to ANSI keyseat standard 1008.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by a qualified machinist. Always power down and lock out the milling machine before mounting or removing the cutter. Secure the shank firmly in the arbor or holder to the machine manufacturer's specified clamping procedure before engaging the spindle. Inspect the cutting edges for chips or damage before each use and do not exceed the cutter's rated speed range for the workpiece material.