2-Flute ZrN Coated Carbide Ball Nose End Mill | VHM | VELOCITY
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Product description
VELOCITY · 2-flute ZrN-coated solid carbide ball nose end mill
Ball nose geometry · solid carbide · cylindrical shank
VELOCITY is a two-flute ball nose end mill made from solid carbide (VHM) with a ZrN coating. Its rounded end is used for milling three-dimensional, shaped and radiused surfaces. The helical cutting section joins a cylindrical shank for mounting in a tool holder.
1. Applications
Ball nose end mills are used for 3D contours, mould and die surfaces, and radiused features. Select the ball radius for the part shape and required surface geometry. The tool is intended for CNC milling machines and machining centres.
2. Construction and specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | VELOCITY |
| Type | Ball nose shank end mill |
| Tool material | VHM — solid carbide |
| Number of flutes | 2 |
| Coating | ZrN |
| Shank | Cylindrical |
| Ball radius | R0.5–R10 mm, depending on size |
| Cutting diameter | Ø1–Ø20 mm, depending on size |
| Overall lengths | 50, 60, 75, 100 and 150 mm, depending on size |
These ranges describe the product family. Not every diameter is offered in every length. Check shank diameter and flute length on the card for the selected size.
3. Ball nose geometry and radius R
Radius R is half the cutting diameter. For example, R3 identifies a ball radius of 3 mm and a cutting diameter of Ø6 mm. R and Ø describe different dimensions and must not be interchanged when selecting the tool or entering tool data in CAM software.
4. Coating and tool material
The tool has a ZrN coating, while its body and cutting section are made from solid carbide (VHM). Coating is one tool characteristic; cutting conditions also depend on workpiece material, diameter, overhang and the operation.
5. Workpiece materials
| Material group | Selection considerations |
|---|---|
| Steel | Grade, material condition and type of pass. |
| Alloy steel | Composition and heat treatment condition of the specific alloy. |
| Stainless steel | Material grade and cutting conditions. |
| Cast iron | Cast iron grade and required surface shape. |
Tool selection for a specific job should account for the actual material and its condition. The coating designation alone does not specify spindle speed, feed or permissible depth of cut.
6. How to read the size designation
Example: Ø6xR3x6Dx50L identifies four dimensions in millimetres:
| Code | Meaning | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Ø6 | Cutting diameter | 6 mm |
| R3 | Ball radius | 3 mm |
| 6D | Shank diameter | 6 mm |
| 50L | Overall length | 50 mm |
Flute length is stated separately on the size card. It is 12 mm in this example. It is not included in 50L, which identifies the length of the entire tool, including the shank. The dot in a size code is a decimal separator: R0.5 means a radius of 0.5 mm.
7. Choosing the size and mounting the tool
First select ball radius and cutting diameter, then check flute length, shank diameter and overall length. Match the collet or holder to the shank. Account for access to the machining area, actual tool extension and clearance around the holder.
The photographs on the cards are illustrative. Use the stated dimensions to select the size and prepare the program. Overall length is neither permissible cutting depth nor flute length.
8. Frequently asked questions
Does R3 mean an Ø3 cutter?
No. R3 means a radius of 3 mm and therefore a cutting diameter of Ø6 mm.
Are cutting and shank diameters always equal?
No. For example, Ø1xR0.5x4Dx50L has a cutting diameter of 1 mm and a shank diameter of 4 mm.
Where can I find flute length?
On the selected size card, in the “Flute length” row. The final L in the size designation means overall length.
