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Solid Carbide Keyseat Cutter | Precision Woodruff and T-Slot Milling Cutter

Minnexon T-slot cutter delivers precise, durable T-slot milling for metal, aluminum, and plastic. Ideal for automotive, machinery, and industrial applications, this carbide tool ensures clean, accurate slots with high efficiency and long tool life.

Minnexon is a professional manufacturer of cemented carbide cutting tools. Our carbide keyseat cutters, also known as Woodruff cutters or T-slot milling cutters, are designed for precision slotting and keyway machining in metals such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. These tools offer excellent cutting performance, durability, and smooth surface finish for industrial and automotive applications.

Keyseat Cutter | Woodruff Cutter Overview

A keyseat cutter is a type of milling tool used to cut keyways, slots, and T-shaped grooves. It is essential in machining parts that require accurate fitting between shafts and mechanical components.
In different regions, this tool may be called a Woodruff cutter or T-slot milling cutter, but the function is similar — to create precise, clean slots with high dimensional accuracy.

Minnexon carbide keyseat cutters are available in solid carbide and brazed versions, offering options for different cutting depths and production needs.

Features

  • High-Quality Carbide Material: Excellent hardness and wear resistance for long tool life.

  • Accurate Slot Machining: Produces smooth, consistent slots with tight tolerances.

  • Multiple Sizes and Types: Available in different diameters, widths, and shank types.

  • Wide Material Compatibility: Suitable for steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals.

  • Reliable Tool Stability: Strong design ensures vibration-free, stable cutting.

Applications of Keyseat Cutter | Woodruff Cutter Uses

Keyseat cutters are widely used in metalworking, machinery manufacturing, and automotive part production. Typical applications include:

  • Machining keyways on shafts and hubs

  • Cutting Woodruff key slots for precise mechanical fit

  • Creating T-slots in metal components

  • Slotting operations on machine parts and molds

Advantages of Minnexon Keyseat Cutter

  • High Efficiency: Cuts faster than traditional end mills while maintaining precision.

  • Long Tool Life: Cemented carbide resists wear and maintains sharpness over time.

  • Excellent Surface Finish: Produces smooth slot walls and reduces polishing work.

  • Cost-Effective: Durable design lowers tool replacement frequency and machining time.

  • Versatile Application: Works for both keyway and T-slot milling tasks.

Why Choose Minnexon Carbide Keyseat Cutter

At Minnexon, we focus on high-precision carbide cutting tools trusted by manufacturers around the world. Our keyseat cutters are made under strict quality control to ensure accuracy, durability, and stable performance.
Whether for automotive, machinery, or general metalworking, Minnexon carbide keyseat cutters help improve productivity and machining quality.

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