970 Series

Tool 970i4016C

Standard keyseaters bog down in steel. The 970i4016C cuts through it.

An 8-flute keyseat cutter designed for steel and iron applications where slot quality matters more than speed.
The 0.625" cutting diameter handles a 0.25" cut width while the 0.3125" neck keeps deflection in check during side engagement.
Eight flutes distribute cutting forces across more edges, reducing per-tooth loading when working harder materials.
TiB₂ coating adds wear resistance without building up chip-welding tendencies that plague coated tools in steel.
The coating runs cooler than most alternatives, extending tool life in interrupted cuts typical of keyseat operations.
Conservative flute count and neck geometry work together to maintain cutting stability when reach into part features is the primary constraint.