Long Shank Bull Nose End Mills Carbide Corner Rounding End Mill For Versatile Applications

Product Description:

Corner Radius End Mills , also referred to as bull nose end mills , are designed with a small radius at the corners rather than a sharp 90° edge. This curved corner enhances the tool's longevity and helps prevent early chipping, particularly when working with challenging materials. These end mills are well-suited for tasks that demand robustness at the cutting edge, enhanced surface quality, and extended tool longevity.

Commonly employed in contouring , profiling , and mold and die making , corner radius end mills offer a distinct advantage over traditional end mills by virtue of their specialized design. The rounded geometry of these tools provides added strength and resilience, making them an excellent choice for various machining operations.

Features:

Advantages of Corner Radius End Mills

Increased Tool Strength: The rounded corners reduce stress concentration, minimizing the risk of breakage and improving tool rigidity.

Improved Surface Finish: The smooth radius at the corners creates cleaner cuts and better surface quality, especially in finishing operations.

Reduced Chipping and Wear: Corner radii help prevent edge chipping, especially when cutting harder or abrasive materials.

Longer Tool Life: With less wear and breakage, these tools last longer, reducing tool replacement frequency and machine downtime.

Higher Feed Rates: The added edge strength allows for more aggressive cutting parameters, increasing productivity.

Ideal for 3D Contouring and Mold Making: Perfect for applications that require strong edges and smooth transitions, such as mold cavities, dies, and complex profiles.

Technical Parameters:

Applications:

Mold and Die Making

Ideal for machining cavities, cores, and mold components with improved edge strength and surface finish.

3D Contour Milling

Suitable for complex surface machining where smooth transitions and radius edges are required.

General Profiling and Finishing

Used in profiling operations where enhanced tool life and precision are needed.

Pocketing with Radius Corners

Perfect for creating pockets and slots with rounded internal corners, reducing stress in the part.

High-Speed Machining (HSM)

Well-suited for high-speed applications in hardened steels and other tough materials.

Aerospace and Automotive Parts

Commonly used in machining high-performance components where fatigue resistance and surface integrity matter.

Tool and Fixture Production

Provides durable cutting performance when producing jigs, fixtures, and dies.

Machining of Hardened Materials

Effective in cutting hard alloys while minimizing wear and tool failure.