2 Flute Solid Carbide Endmill For Aluminium

Key Features:

• Premium Solid Carbide Material: The endmill is made from solid carbide, ensuring superior hardness, rigidity, and heat resistance. This provides exceptional tool life and the ability to maintain sharp cutting edges, even under high-speed conditions.
• Optimized 2-Flute Design: The 2-flute configuration is ideal for high-feed rates and efficient chip removal, especially in aluminum and other non-ferrous metals. This design prevents chips from building up, reducing the chances of tool wear and ensuring a smoother cutting process.
• Precision Cutting: The sharp cutting edges are precisely ground to provide smooth finishes and tight tolerances. This makes the tool perfect for both roughing and finishing operations, ensuring high-quality surface finishes with minimal burr formation.
• Coating Options (Optional): Available with TiN (Titanium Nitride), TiAlN (Titanium Aluminum Nitride), or AlTiN (Aluminum Titanium Nitride) coatings, the tool's wear resistance, heat tolerance, and tool life are enhanced, especially in high-speed operations.

Applications:

The 2-Flute Solid Carbide Endmill for Aluminium is specifically designed for milling aluminum but also works well with other non-ferrous materials such as brass, copper, and plastics. Common applications include:

• Rough Milling & Stock Removal: The 2-flute design allows for fast material removal, making it perfect for rough milling of aluminum and non-ferrous metals.
• Slotting & Grooving: Excellent for slot milling and grooving operations in aluminum, offering high-speed cutting with efficient chip evacuation.
• Profiling & Contouring: Ideal for contouring and profiling in aluminum and other non-ferrous materials, ensuring precise cuts with smooth finishes.
• Finishing Operations: Can also be used for finishing cuts in aluminum, providing a smooth, high-quality surface finish with minimal burrs.
• High-Speed Machining: Designed for high-speed milling of aluminum alloys such as 6061, 7075, and A356, delivering faster feed rates and higher material removal rates.

Advantages:

1. Fast Chip Removal:

   • The 2-flute configuration is optimized for high-speed machining and efficient chip clearance. This design minimizes the risk of chip re-cutting, ensuring that chips are removed rapidly and efficiently, even in deep cuts.
   • It allows for faster feed rates and higher cutting speeds, which is ideal for aluminum milling and can significantly reduce cycle times.

2. Longer Tool Life:

   • The solid carbide construction offers outstanding wear resistance, ensuring that the endmill maintains its sharpness and cutting efficiency over extended periods.
   • Coating options like TiAlN or AlTiN further increase heat resistance, enhancing tool life during high-speed milling applications.

3. Superior Surface Finish:

   • The sharp cutting edges of the endmill ensure clean cuts and smooth finishes, reducing the need for additional finishing processes. The tool is especially suitable for parts requiring high-quality surface finishes with tight tolerances.
   • Minimal burr formation during milling helps reduce post-machining work.

4. Versatility:

   • The 2-flute solid carbide endmill can be used for a wide range of operations, including roughing, slotting, profiling, and finishing, making it highly versatile in aluminum machining.
   • It’s also effective in machining non-ferrous metals such as brass and copper, as well as plastics and other soft materials.

5. High-Speed Capability:

   • The solid carbide material and flute design enable the tool to withstand high-speed milling applications, making it ideal for use in CNC milling machines and high-efficiency machining centers.

6. Cost-Effective:

   • With its long tool life, fast material removal, and high cutting efficiency, the 2-Flute Solid Carbide Endmill for Aluminium reduces tooling costs over time by minimizing the frequency of tool changes, especially in high-volume production runs.

Technical Specifications:

• Tool Type: Solid Carbide Endmill
• Material: Solid Carbide for superior hardness and wear resistance
• Flute Count: 2-flute design for high-feed applications
• Coating Options: TiN, TiAlN, AlTiN (optional)
• Diameter Range: Available in 1mm to 20mm (custom sizes available on request)
• Cutting Length: Standard cutting lengths or custom lengths available
• Applications: Ideal for aluminum alloys, brass, copper, plastics, and other non-ferrous materials
• Made In India: Manufactured with advanced technology for high quality and competitive pricing.

Recommended Cutting Parameters:

For optimal performance, use the following cutting parameters as a guideline:

• Cutting Speed (SFM):
  • Aluminum: 800-1200 SFM
  • Brass/Copper: 500-1000 SFM
  • Plastics: 1500-3000 SFM
• Feed Rate: 0.005 – 0.02 inch/tooth, depending on tool diameter, material, and cutting depth
• Depth of Cut: For roughing, depths of up to 1x tool diameter; for finishing, depths of 0.1x to 0.2x tool diameter for smoother cuts
• Coolant: Recommended to use cutting fluids or coolants for better chip removal, tool cooling, and extended tool life.

Toolholding Compatibility:

• ER Collet Holders: Provide precise alignment and minimal runout, ensuring high accuracy and performance.
• End Mill Holders: Offer rigidity and are suitable for heavy-duty milling tasks.
• Shrink Fit Toolholders: Ensure minimal vibration and maximum tool precision, particularly in high-speed operations.

Conclusion:

The 2-Flute Solid Carbide Endmill for Aluminium is a top-choice tool for high-speed, high-efficiency milling of aluminum and other non-ferrous materials. Its solid carbide construction and optimized 2-flute design ensure fast chip removal, excellent surface finishes, and long tool life, making it an essential tool for both roughing and finishing operations in aluminum machining. Whether you're working with aluminum alloys, brass, copper, or plastics, this endmill delivers superior performance in a wide range of applications, providing faster cycle times and higher productivity.