What are carbide end mills used for?
It is extremely heat resistant and used for high speed applications on cast iron, nonferrous materials, plastics and other tough-to-machine materials. Carbide end mills provide better rigidity and can be run 2-3X faster than HSS. However, heavy feed rates are more suitable for HSS and cobalt tools.
What is solid carbide end mill?
Premium solid carbide end mills bring unmatched cutting performance, long tool life and high process security to demanding parts production in industry segments such as aerospace, medical, mold and die, and power generation.
Is carbide good for cutting aluminum?
Cutting aluminum with a circular saw requires a few special steps. Ensure that you have the right blade. A carbide blade works but is more likely to grab the material. If possible, purchase a blade specially designed for cutting aluminum and other non-ferrous materials.
How much does it cost to have an end mill sharpened?
For cost analysis purposes, assume that the average price to have a two flute end mill sharpened is $5.00 (fees vary depending on the sharpening service). If 20 dull end mills need to be sharpened every 30 days, that’s $100 per month spent for re-sharpening tools.
What are carbide end mills made of?
The best end mills are made from carbide steel. CGS Tools manufactures a wide-range of solid carbide end mills to ensure machinists receive high performance results. HHS and Cobalt HHS tools are more affordable and adequate for many applications, but they are not as durable nor can they operate at certain high speeds.
How hard is a carbide end mill?
The carbide end mill is also known as a cemented carbide end mill. The hardness of the tool itself is generally between HRA88-96 degrees.
What is an indexable end mill?
The solid end mill is a machine shop staple. Its positive cutting edge removes metal by slicing through the material, rather than by scraping.
Can a 4 flute end mill cut aluminum?
Again, aluminum is gummy and soft, which means it tends to stick in the flutes of your CNC mill. While coatings can help alleviate this issue, if you’re using a 4- or 5-flute end mill to cut aluminum, even the best coatings may not help.