Value Collection C1200812 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C1200812 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling semicircular keyseats in shafts and mating components. Built from high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this cutter features a staggered tooth configuration that promotes smoother cutting action and reduces chatter during operation. The 1.5-inch cut diameter and 0.25-inch cut width conform to ANSI standard 812 (Old Standard 24), making it a direct fit for standardized Woodruff key applications. The 1/2-inch shank seats securely in standard milling machine collets and arbors. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals use this cutter for precision keyseat work in production and maintenance environments.

This keyseat cutter is suited for use on manual knee mills, CNC vertical machining centers, and horizontal milling machines where shaft keyseating is required. The 2.25-inch overall length provides adequate clearance for most standard setups. With 16 staggered teeth, it handles both conventional and climb milling passes in mild steel, aluminum, brass, and similar materials. It is packaged as a single unit and is appropriate for job shop, maintenance-and-repair, and light production use where ANSI Woodruff keyseat standards apply.

Key Features

• 1.5-inch cut diameter conforming to ANSI 812 and Old Standard 24
• 0.25-inch cut width for precise Woodruff keyseat profiles
• High speed steel construction for durability across common workpiece materials
• Staggered tooth design reduces chatter and improves surface finish
• 16 teeth for consistent chip load distribution
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating interference with tolerance-critical applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standardized replacement or production keyseat cutter conforming to ANSI 812 (Old Standard 24) for use wherever 1.5-inch Woodruff keyseat geometry is specified.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists using a standard milling machine with an appropriate collet or arbor to accept the 1/2-inch shank. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vise or fixture before cutting to prevent movement during the keyseat pass. Verify spindle speed and feed rate are appropriate for the workpiece material before engaging the cut. Inspect the cutter for chipping or wear before each use and replace if cutting edges are compromised.