Value Collection C1200808 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C1200808 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling the semicircular key seats used in shaft-and-hub assemblies. Built from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish, it features a staggered tooth configuration that reduces chatter and promotes smoother cuts on keyseat profiles. The cutter has a 1-inch cut diameter, a 0.25-inch cut width, and a 1/2-inch shank diameter, with an overall length of 2.25 inches. It carries 12 teeth and conforms to ANSI standard 808 (Old Standard 15). Machinists and tool-and-die professionals install this cutter on milling machines for precision keyseat work in steel, aluminum, and similar materials.

This cutter is suited for general-purpose keyseat milling in both production and maintenance environments. It is commonly used on horizontal and vertical milling machines when cutting Woodruff key slots in shafts, gears, and other power-transmission components. The staggered tooth geometry helps manage chip load during interrupted cuts, making it appropriate for both climb and conventional milling approaches in a shop or field rebuild setting.

Key Features

• High speed steel (HSS) construction for durability in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Staggered tooth configuration reduces chatter and improves surface finish in keyseat slots
• 1-inch cut diameter with 0.25-inch cut width for standard Woodruff keyseat profiles
• 1/2-inch shank diameter for compatibility with standard milling machine arbors and collets
• 12-tooth count balances chip clearance with cut smoothness
• Conforms to ANSI 808 / Old Standard 15 for dimensional consistency
• Bright, uncoated finish — no additional coating to affect dimensional tolerances

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct substitute for Woodruff keyseat cutters conforming to ANSI standard 808 (Old Standard 15) with a 1/2-inch shank for use on standard milling machine spindles and arbor setups.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists and toolmakers on horizontal or vertical milling machines. Secure the cutter in an appropriate arbor or collet rated for the 1/2-inch shank before beginning any setup. Power down and lock out the machine before mounting or removing the cutter. Use proper speeds and feeds for HSS tooling based on the workpiece material, and inspect the cutter for wear or chipping before each use.