970 Series

Tool 970i1208B

Standard end mills don't cut side slots below a shoulder. The 970i1208B does.

A solid carbide keyseat cutter designed for steel and iron applications where precision slot geometry matters.
The 0.1875" cutting diameter handles keyways and side slots while the 0.125" cut width keeps material removal controlled and heat generation manageable.
Six flutes distribute cutting forces across more edges, reducing chatter in the constrained geometry typical of keyseat operations.
The 0.0938" neck diameter limits deflection while maintaining clearance for deeper cuts into part features.
AlTiN coating extends tool life in steel applications by maintaining sharp cutting edges longer under the higher temperatures generated when cutting ferrous materials.
Conservative radial engagement works best here since the neck geometry, not the cutting diameter, determines stability limits.