4-Flute TiSiN Coated Carbide Corner Radius End Mill, up to 55HRC
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Product code: 1670-1921A
Product description
VHM TiSiN Z4 corner radius end mill
Four flutes · corner radius R · for workpiece materials up to 55 HRC
A corner radius end mill, also called a radius end mill, is a solid carbide end mill with a rounded cutting-edge corner. Four flutes and a TiSiN coating make it suitable for milling contours, side surfaces and 3D shape machining. Select the corner radius together with the cutter diameter and overall length.
The series includes diameters Ø1–20 mm and overall lengths 50–200 mm. The complete variant designation defines the dimensions of the selected tool: cutting diameter, radius R, shank diameter and overall length L. Check the individual size combinations in the variant selector.
1. Applications and workpiece materials
The TiSiN Z4 corner radius end mill is intended primarily for machining steel and stainless steel; its application range also includes cast iron. The workpiece material may have a hardness up to 55 HRC. When selecting the tool, consider the specific grade, material condition and operation.
| Material | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Steel | Match the diameter, corner radius and tool reach to the part contour. Material hardness should be within the range up to 55 HRC. |
| Stainless steel — INOX | Match machining conditions to the steel grade, tool path and actual projection length. |
| Cast iron | Consider the cast-iron grade, part geometry and chip evacuation from the machining zone. |
For aluminium, copper, brass, heat-resistant alloys, plastics or non-metallic materials, selection requires checking the specific application. Provide the material and planned operation to determine whether this geometry and coating are suitable.
2. Design and technical parameters
The tool has a solid body made of VHM cemented carbide, four helical flutes and a TiSiN coating. The designation Z4 indicates the number of flutes, while R defines the corner-rounding radius. Select the cylindrical shank for the holder by its own diameter.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tool type | Corner radius end mill |
| Design | Solid carbide |
| Tool material | VHM — cemented carbide |
| Coating | TiSiN |
| Number of flutes | 4 — Z4 |
| Helix angle | 35° |
| Corner geometry | Corner rounding with radius R, depending on the variant |
| Cutting diameter | Ø1–20 mm, depending on the variant |
| Corner radius R | 0.1–3 mm, depending on the variant |
| Shank diameter | Ø3–20 mm, depending on the variant |
| Overall length L | 50, 60, 75, 100, 150 or 200 mm, depending on the variant |
| Workpiece material hardness | Up to 55 HRC |
| Sales unit | 1 piece |
The ranges in the table apply to the entire series. Not every diameter is available with every radius and length. The complete designation of a specific size is shown with the selected variant.
3. Operations for a corner radius end mill
The rounded corner must be accounted for in the part geometry and in the tool definition in the CAM program. Select radius R for the required surface shape and planned toolpath.
| Operation | Selection for the task |
|---|---|
| 3D shape machining and scallop milling | Match the diameter and corner radius to the machined surface. Enter the correct values in the cutter definition in the CAM program. |
| Contour and wall milling | Check the required tool reach and the working position of the rounded corner relative to the part. |
| Pocket and slot machining | Consider the cutter diameter and radius at the transition between the floor and wall. Select a toolpath for the required slot shape. |
| Surface milling | Match the toolpath direction, flute engagement and cutting parameters to the material and surface requirements. |
A corner radius end mill and a ball-nose end mill have different end geometries. Similarity of use in 3D machining does not mean that they can be substituted in a program without updating the tool geometry and checking the toolpath.
4. How to read the variant designation
Example: Ø8xR2x8Dx60L. Each of the four elements describes a different dimension; all values are in millimetres.
| Designation | Meaning | Value in the example |
|---|---|---|
| Ø8 | Cutting diameter | 8 mm |
| R2 | Corner radius of the cutting part | 2 mm |
| 8D | Shank diameter clamped in the holder | 8 mm |
| 60L | Overall cutter length | 60 mm |
In this listing's designations, the letter D in the third value refers to the shank. The symbol Ø at the start refers to the cutting part. These diameters may differ, so holder selection requires checking the complete code.
Dimensional graphics are illustrative and are not scale drawings. Use dimension values and the variant designation for selection.
5. Selecting diameter, radius and length
- Cutting diameter. Compare it with slot width, pocket size and access to the machined contour. Choose a size appropriate to the part geometry.
- Corner radius R. Check the required rounding on the drawing and how the corner works in the planned operation. Variants with the same diameter but a different R have different corner geometry.
- Shank diameter. Match the dimension ending in D to the holder. For example, variant Ø1xR0.2x4Dx50L has a Ø1 mm cutting part and a Ø4 mm shank.
- Overall length. Select the reach needed for the operation, taking account of the holder and access to the part. A longer cutter requires checking clamping conditions.
- Complete operation geometry. Before machining, check working-part length, wall access and clearance for the holder. The required depth does not follow from the L designation alone.
6. Clamping and use of extended versions
The cutter is intended for use on a milling machine or machining centre with suitable tool and workpiece clamping. Before machining, check the condition of the shank, holder and cutting edges.
- Keep projection length as short as possible. Extend the tool only as far as needed to reach the machining area.
- Check clamping and runout. The shank and holder surfaces should be clean. Check the clamped cutter before starting the program.
- Adapt load to tool length. Long projection affects system rigidity and therefore requires separate selection of cutting conditions.
- Monitor the machining process. If vibration or unusual noise occurs, stop work, check the clamping and flutes, and correct conditions before restarting.
Select speed, feed, depth and width of cut for the material grade and hardness, cutter diameter, operation type and actual projection length. A 150L or 200L version requires its length to be considered in process settings.
7. What the order includes
| Item | Scope |
|---|---|
| Sales unit | 1 VHM TiSiN corner radius end mill, 4-flute |
| Selected size | Variant defined by cutting diameter, radius R, shank diameter and overall length |
| Quantity | Number of pieces of the selected variant stated in the order |
8. Frequently asked questions
What does radius R mean?
R is the corner-rounding radius of the cutting part. For example, R0.5 means a radius of 0.5 mm. It is a different parameter from the radius resulting from half the diameter of the entire cutter.
Is this a ball-nose end mill?
This is a corner radius end mill with a rounded corner. When programming machining, select the correct geometry type and enter the corner radius given in the variant designation.
Is the cutter suitable for stainless steel?
Yes, stainless steel is within the application range. Select cutting conditions for the material grade, operation and clamping rigidity.
Does 150L mean a 150 mm cutting-edge length?
150L means a 150 mm overall tool length. Working-part length and access to the machined surface must be checked separately.
Does the shank always have the same diameter as the cutting part?
The diameters may differ. Select the shank dimension for the holder, i.e. the value ending in D, rather than only the first number in the code.
What data should be provided when selecting a cutter?
Prepare the material grade and hardness, drawing or required part dimensions, operation type, planned projection length and clamping diameter. When working with a CAM program, also provide the required corner radius.