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Cleveland C61053 2-Flute Carbide Square Single End GP End Mill
A 2-flute carbide square end mill for general-purpose milling with a 0.5 in diameter and 1 in length of cut
- TypeMilling
- Carbide construction resists wear during heavy milling
- 2-flute design clears chips efficiently in deep cuts
- .5 inch shank fits standard tool holders directly
- 1 inch length of cut reaches deep profiles easily
- 3 inch overall length provides rigid tool stability
What This End Mill Is
The Cleveland C61053 is a 2-flute carbide square end mill built for general-purpose milling in a machine shop. It has a .5 inch cutting diameter, a 1 inch length of cut, and a 3 inch overall length with a 1/2 inch straight shank. The tool is uncoated and does not feature coolant-through capability.
Practical Limits of the Tool
The uncoated carbide substrate performs best in shorter production runs or when cutting softer materials where coating wear is not a concern. Without internal coolant channels, chip evacuation relies on external flood coolant or air blast, which limits depth of cut in deep pockets. The straight shank requires a standard collet or end mill holder for secure clamping.
The Spec That Decides Fit
The .5 inch milling diameter and 1/2 inch shank diameter must match the workpiece feature size and the tool holder capacity exactly. If the required slot width or profile radius differs from .5 inch, or if the machine spindle cannot accept a 1/2 inch shank, this end mill cannot be used.
Highlights
- Carbide construction resists wear during heavy milling
- 2-flute design clears chips efficiently in deep cuts
- .5 inch shank fits standard tool holders directly
- 1 inch length of cut reaches deep profiles easily
- 3 inch overall length provides rigid tool stability
Specifications
| Brand | CLEVELAND |
|---|---|
| Type | Milling |
Questions about this item
Which size should I choose for a half-inch milling diameter?
The C61053 has a 0.5 in milling diameter with a 1 in length of cut and 3 in overall length, matching that exact size.
What does the 0.5 in milling diameter mean when the tool is in the spindle?
It defines the cutting width at the tip, so each pass removes material up to half an inch wide in a single engagement.
What shank standard does the 1/2 in shank follow and what does that limit?
The straight 1/2 in shank fits standard 1/2 in collets or holders, limiting use to tooling that accepts that shank diameter.
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