970 Series

Tool 970i1608C

Standard end mills can't reach side slots tucked behind shoulders. The 970i1608C gets there.

A solid carbide keyseat cutter designed for narrow keyways and side slots in steel and iron applications where part geometry limits tool access.
The 0.125" neck diameter matches the cut width exactly, eliminating unnecessary overhang while maintaining the rigidity needed for clean slot walls.
Six flutes distribute cutting forces evenly across the small 0.25" cutting diameter, reducing chatter in confined spaces.
TiB₂ coating handles the heat buildup that comes with smaller cutting diameters in ferrous materials.
The coating's low friction coefficient keeps chips moving through tight clearances while extending tool life in interrupted cuts typical of keyseat operations.
Conservative radial engagement is essential since the neck, not the cutting diameter, determines stability limits.