Value Collection DC4515CO Dovetail Cutter 45 Deg Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION DC4515CO is a cobalt dovetail cutter designed for machining angled undercut profiles in metal workpieces. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel, this cutter delivers the hardness and heat resistance required for interrupted cuts and difficult-to-machine alloys. The 45-degree included angle produces a standard dovetail geometry used in slideways, T-slots, and fixture work. With a 1.875-inch cut diameter and a 13/16-inch (0.8125-inch) cutting width, it removes material efficiently in a single pass on properly set up milling machines. The 7/8-inch shank fits standard milling collets and arbors. Total tool weight is 0.34 pounds.

This cutter is suited for job shops, toolrooms, and production environments where dovetail slots are required on ferrous metals, stainless steel, and medium-hardness alloys. Typical applications include cutting dovetail ways on machine tool components, producing dovetail retention features in fixture plates, and undercutting slots in die and mold work. The 45-degree angle is one of the most common dovetail standards in North American machine shops. It is installed and operated by machinists and CNC mill operators working on vertical or horizontal milling machines.

Key Features

• 45-degree included angle for standard dovetail slot geometry
• M42 cobalt construction for elevated heat and wear resistance compared to standard HSS
• 1.875-inch cut diameter provides wide material removal per pass
• 13/16-inch (0.8125-inch) cutting width for precise slot depth control
• 7/8-inch shank diameter fits common milling collets and arbors
• 2-7/16-inch shank length provides adequate reach for typical setups

Compatibility

Designed for use in vertical and horizontal milling machines accepting a 7/8-inch shank. Suitable for cutting dovetail profiles in ferrous metals and similar materials where a 45-degree dovetail form is required.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists. Secure the 7/8-inch shank firmly in a collet or end mill holder rated for the shank diameter before operation. Confirm machine spindle speed and feed rate are appropriate for cobalt tooling and the workpiece material before engaging the cut. Inspect the cutter for chipping or wear before each use and never exceed the rated cutting diameter in a single pass without verified setup clearance.