Value Collection C2200808 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C2200808 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for machining the semicircular keyway slots used in keyed shaft assemblies. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, it delivers the heat and wear resistance needed for cutting steel and other tough materials on manual or CNC milling machines. The cutter measures 1 inch in cut diameter with a 0.25-inch cut width and mounts on a 1/2-inch shank. With 12 staggered teeth and a 2.25-inch overall length, it provides smooth chip evacuation and reduced cutting forces compared to straight-tooth configurations. Machinists and tool-and-die technicians rely on this style of cutter for accurate Woodruff key slot production.

This cutter is suited for use in metalworking shops performing shaft and hub machining in both production and job-shop environments. The staggered-tooth geometry makes it a strong choice when surface finish in the keyway slot matters or when cutting harder steels where heat buildup is a concern. It conforms to ANSI Standard 808, Old Standard Number 15, making it a direct fit wherever those dimensional standards are called out on prints or engineering drawings.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt high-speed steel construction for superior heat and wear resistance
• Staggered-tooth geometry reduces cutting forces and improves chip flow
• 12 teeth for consistent, smooth slot finish
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for general-purpose metalworking
• Conforms to ANSI 808 and Old Standard Number 15 for dimensional accuracy
• 1/2-inch shank diameter for standard milling machine arbor compatibility

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard tooling selection for milling machines requiring a Woodruff keyseat cutter conforming to ANSI 808, Old Standard Number 15 dimensions.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or toolroom technicians. Secure the 1/2-inch shank in a properly sized arbor or collet and confirm runout before cutting. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before changing or inspecting the cutter. Always operate at speeds and feeds appropriate for cobalt HSS tooling and the workpiece material to avoid premature edge wear.