Description
The SECO 17011837 is a single-end, 6-flute cobalt square end mill designed for material removal and finishing operations in demanding machining environments. Built from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish, it delivers solid performance across a range of workpiece materials without the need for a coating. The tool measures 1 inch in diameter with a 6-inch length of cut and an 8.5-inch overall length. A 30-degree helix angle promotes smooth chip evacuation and reduced cutting forces. Right-hand cut and right-hand flute orientation are standard. This end mill is suited for machinists, tool-and-die makers, and CNC operators working in production or job shop settings.
This end mill is rated for use on steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum and non-ferrous materials, and high-temperature alloys. It is part of the SPC408 series, which is designed for long-reach roughing and finishing applications where a standard-length tool cannot reach the required depth of cut. The 6-inch length of cut makes it well suited for deep-pocket milling, profile work, and slotting operations where extended engagement is required. It is appropriate for both manual and CNC milling machines in job shop and production environments.
Key Features
- M42 cobalt high-speed steel construction for heat and wear resistance in tough alloys
- 6 flutes for improved surface finish and higher feed rates compared to 4-flute designs
- 30-degree right-hand helix for efficient chip evacuation and reduced cutting forces
- 6-inch length of cut supports deep-pocket and extended-reach milling applications
- Center-cutting capable supports plunge entry without a pre-drilled hole
- Bright/uncoated finish suitable for use with or without cutting fluid across multiple material types
Compatibility
Designed for use with standard milling machine spindles and CNC machining centers accepting a 1-inch straight shank. Compatible workpiece materials include steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum and non-ferrous metals, and high-temperature alloys (ISO material codes P, M, K, N, and S).
Installation Notes
Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC operator. Ensure the milling machine spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down or placed in an e-stop state before loading or removing the tool. Use a properly sized collet, end mill holder, or hydraulic chuck sized to the 1-inch shank diameter to maintain concentricity within the rated TIR of 0.0010 inches. Do not exceed the tool manufacturer’s recommended cutting parameters for the workpiece material; consult published speeds and feeds data for M42 cobalt at the applicable diameter.
Technical Specifications
- Mill Diameter: 1 inch
- Length of Cut: 6 inches
- Overall Length: 8.5 inches
- Shank Diameter: 1 inch
- Number of Flutes: 6
- Helix Angle: 30 degrees
- End Mill Material: Cobalt (M42 HSS)
- Coating/Finish: Bright/Uncoated
- Cutting Direction: Right Hand
- Flute Direction: Right Hand
- Flute Type: Spiral
- Single or Double End: Single
- Center Cutting: Yes
- Coolant Through: No
- Variable Helix: No
- Extended Reach: No
- Mill Diameter Tolerance: +0.0010 / -0.0000 inches
- Shank Diameter Tolerance: -0.0001 / -0.0005 inches
- Overall Length Tolerance: +0.0620 / 0.0000 inches
- TIR Maximum: 0.0010 inches
- Series: SPC408
- Weight: 1 pound
- UNSPSC Code: 27112803
Standard Information
- Brand: SECO
- Manufacturer Part Number: 17011837









