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<blockquote>An end mill is a type of milling cutter, a cutting tool used in industrial milling applications. It is distinguished from the [[Drill Bits|drill bit]] in its application, geometry, and manufacture. ([https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/End_mill Wikipedia]) </blockquote> | |||
= | End mills come in different sizes and with different numbers of flutes. In addition, they can be made of different materials. | ||
==Usage== | |||
End mills are used with our [[CNC Router|CNC router]]. In the [[CNC Room|CNC room]], a simple set of cheap end mills is available. | |||
The material you want to cut dictates the proper mill material and number of flutes. If you are unsure which end mill to use, please refer to our [[Milling Experiences|collection of milling experiences]]. | |||
[[Category:Bits]] | |||
[[Category:CNC]] | |||
[[Category:Milling]] | |||
Revision as of 20:10, 2 July 2018
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| Synonyms: | DE: Schaftfräser |
| Type: | milling cutter |
| Material: | different |
| Used with: | CNC router |
| Location: | CNC room |
| Similar (More or Less): | router bits, drill bits |
An end mill is a type of milling cutter, a cutting tool used in industrial milling applications. It is distinguished from the drill bit in its application, geometry, and manufacture. (Wikipedia)
End mills come in different sizes and with different numbers of flutes. In addition, they can be made of different materials.
Usage
End mills are used with our CNC router. In the CNC room, a simple set of cheap end mills is available.
The material you want to cut dictates the proper mill material and number of flutes. If you are unsure which end mill to use, please refer to our collection of milling experiences.
