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Cleveland C60956 2-Flute Carbide Ball Nose End Mill
A 0.5-inch diameter carbide ball-nose end mill with two flutes for contour milling and profiling
- 5 in milling diameter for precise contouring
- Two-flute design clears chips efficiently in deep slots
- Solid carbide construction resists wear on hardened steels
- Uncoated surface suits dry machining without coolant
- General-purpose geometry handles a wide material range
Cleveland C60956 Ball Nose End Mill
This carbide ball nose end mill features a 0.5 in milling diameter with two flutes for general-purpose machining. The uncoated solid carbide construction suits milling operations in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It is designed for CNC and manual milling machines requiring a single-end cutting tool.
Uncoated Carbide and Non-Coolant Design
The uncoated surface avoids coating buildup when cutting softer alloys or plastics where lubricity is not critical. A non-coolant-through body means external flood or mist coolant must be supplied by the machine setup. Two flutes provide larger chip clearance compared to higher-flute tools, reducing clogging in deep pockets or slots.
Solid Carbide Build and Shank Fit
Solid carbide offers higher rigidity and wear resistance than high-speed steel, allowing faster feed rates on rigid machines. The single-end configuration requires a standard tool holder matching the shank diameter for secure clamping. Buyers needing through-spindle coolant delivery or a coated tool for abrasive alloys should select a different model.
Highlights
- 5 in milling diameter for precise contouring
- Two-flute design clears chips efficiently in deep slots
- Solid carbide construction resists wear on hardened steels
- Uncoated surface suits dry machining without coolant
- General-purpose geometry handles a wide material range
Specifications
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Questions about this item
When will the carbide ball nose need replacement?
Replace the .5 in diameter end mill when the ball nose shows visible wear or when surface finish on the workpiece degrades beyond tolerance.
What limits continuous milling with this uncoated tool?
Heat buildup at the cutting zone limits sustained use because the uncoated carbide has no thermal barrier and the tool lacks coolant-through capability.
How much noise and heat does the end mill generate during all-day operation?
Noise and heat come from the spindle and material contact, not the tool itself; the uncoated carbide runs hotter than coated versions under the same feed and speed.
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