Value Collection DC6018HS Dovetail Cutter 60 Deg Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION DC6018HS is a 60-degree dovetail cutter designed for milling dovetail slots and angled undercut features in metal workpieces. Built from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish, this cutter delivers reliable performance in general-purpose machining applications. It features a 2.25-inch cut diameter and a 1.0625-inch cutting width, making it well suited for wider dovetail profiles. The 1-inch shank diameter provides solid tool holding rigidity in standard milling chucks and collets. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals install this cutter when producing T-slot mating features, fixture slides, and precision mechanical joints requiring consistent angular geometry.

This dovetail cutter is used in vertical milling machines and knee mills for both production and prototype work. It is appropriate for ferrous and non-ferrous materials where a 60-degree included angle is specified. Typical applications include fixturing components, machine slides, and assembly interfaces where a mechanical interlock is required. The uncoated HSS construction is compatible with standard cutting fluids and lubricants used in conventional milling operations.

Key Features

• 60-degree included angle for standard dovetail slot profiles
• 2.25-inch cut diameter provides a wide cutting path per pass
• 1.0625-inch cutting width accommodates substantial dovetail depth
• High speed steel construction for durability across a range of workpiece materials
• Bright, uncoated finish compatible with standard milling coolants and lubricants
• 1-inch shank diameter for secure, rigid tool holding

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose dovetail cutter for use in standard milling machine spindles accepting a 1-inch shank diameter, suitable for both manual and CNC knee mill applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists following standard milling setup procedures. Ensure the spindle is fully de-energized and locked out before mounting or changing the cutter. Secure the 1-inch shank firmly in a matching collet or end mill holder to the recommended clamping torque specified by the toolholder manufacturer. Verify workpiece fixturing and feed direction before initiating the cut to prevent tool deflection or workpiece movement.