Value Collection M106313203 Woodruff Keyseat Cutter Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION M106313203 is a Woodruff keyseat cutter designed for milling semicircular keyseats in shafts and related workpieces. It features a 1.5-inch cutting diameter, a 0.375-inch cutting width, and a staggered tooth configuration that promotes smoother cutting action and reduced chatter compared to straight-tooth designs. The cutter is manufactured from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish and conforms to ANSI Standard 1212, also listed as Old Standard G. It mounts via a 1/2-inch shank and has an overall length of 2.375 inches. With 16 teeth, it delivers consistent material removal in precision machining environments. Machinists and toolroom technicians are the primary installers.

This cutter is suited for manual milling machines and CNC machining centers where Woodruff keyseat operations are required. Typical applications include keyway milling on motor shafts, gearbox shafts, and drive components in industrial and maintenance machining settings. The ANSI 1212 designation makes it a direct fit wherever that standard size is specified in engineering drawings or maintenance documentation. It is appropriate for both job-shop and production use on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces within the cutter's rated capacity.

Key Features

• Staggered tooth design reduces chatter and improves surface finish in keyseat cuts
• High speed steel construction provides good wear resistance for general machining applications
• Conforms to ANSI 1212 and Old Standard G for drop-in dimensional compatibility
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for use with standard cutting fluids
• 16 teeth for consistent chip load and smooth material removal
• 1/2-inch shank for compatibility with standard milling machine arbors and collets

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Woodruff keyseat cutter conforming to ANSI 1212 (Old Standard G), compatible with milling setups requiring a 1.5-inch diameter, 0.375-inch wide keyseat cutter on a 1/2-inch shank arbor.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or toolroom technicians. Secure the cutter firmly in the appropriate arbor or collet and confirm runout before cutting. Always power down and lock out the machine before mounting or removing the cutter. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tool life and maintain surface finish quality.