Value Collection C1200608 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C1200608 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling semicircular keyseats into shafts and mating components. It features a 1-inch cut diameter and a 3/16-inch (0.1875 inch) cutting width, with a staggered tooth configuration that promotes smooth cutting action and reduces chatter. Constructed from high speed steel (HSS), the cutter delivers solid performance across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. With 12 teeth and an overall length of 2-3/16 inches, this cutter meets ANSI Standard 608 (Old Standard 13). The 1/2-inch shank diameter fits standard milling machine collets and arbors. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals use this cutter for keyseat operations on manual mills and CNC machining centers.

This cutter is suited for general-purpose keyseat milling in job shops, production machining environments, and maintenance-repair operations. It is appropriate for cutting Woodruff keyseats in shafts used in power transmission assemblies, gearboxes, and similar mechanical systems. The staggered tooth geometry helps clear chips effectively during plunge and peripheral cutting. The uncoated HSS construction makes it easy to resharpen when cutting edges dull over normal use. Typical applications include shaft-to-hub keyway preparation in both prototype and production runs.

Key Features

• 1-inch cut diameter and 3/16-inch cut width per ANSI Standard 608 (Old Standard 13)
• Staggered tooth design reduces chatter and improves chip evacuation
• High speed steel construction for durability across a range of workpiece materials
• 12-tooth configuration balances cutting speed with surface finish quality
• Uncoated finish allows for straightforward resharpening to extend cutter life
• 1/2-inch shank diameter fits standard milling collets and arbors

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style Woodruff keyseat cutter conforming to ANSI 608 dimensions, suitable for use in manual knee mills and CNC vertical machining centers equipped with a 1/2-inch collet or compatible arbor setup.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of this cutter should be performed by a qualified machinist familiar with milling machine operation and cutting tool safety. Secure the 1/2-inch shank firmly in a properly sized collet or arbor before beginning any cutting operation. Ensure the workpiece is clamped securely and the machine spindle speed is set appropriately for the cutter diameter and workpiece material before engaging the cut. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or damage before each use and never operate a visibly damaged cutter.