End Mills

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End Mills

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Synonyms: DE: Schaftfräser
Type: milling cutter
Material: different
Used with: CNC router, CNC mill
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 or CNC mill. In the CNC room, a simple set of cheap end mills is available to share.

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.

Further Reading