Accupro 12177492 Tapered End Mill 3 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The ACCUPRO 12177492 is a solid carbide tapered end mill designed for precision milling operations requiring a consistent taper angle and a clean square end finish. Built from micrograin solid carbide, this tool delivers high rigidity and wear resistance in demanding cutting applications. It features 3 right-hand spiral flutes with a 30-degree helix angle, a 2-degree taper per side, and is center-cutting capable, allowing plunge entry into the workpiece. The uncoated finish suits applications where coating interaction with the workpiece material is a concern. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals working with CNC machining centers or manual mills will find this end mill well suited to contouring, profiling, and draft-angle milling tasks.

This tapered end mill is used in metalworking environments where draft angles or tapered wall features are required on milled parts. Typical applications include mold and die machining, aerospace component profiling, and general precision machining of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The square end geometry allows it to cut flat-bottomed pockets and tapered sidewalls in a single tool path. It is appropriate for both production and job-shop environments running rigid, well-supported setups.

Key Features

• Micrograin solid carbide construction for superior hardness and edge retention
• 3 right-hand spiral flutes with a 30-degree helix angle for efficient chip evacuation
• 2-degree taper per side for consistent draft-angle geometry
• Center-cutting capable - supports direct plunge entry
• Square end geometry produces flat-bottomed features with tapered walls
• Uncoated finish suitable for a broad range of metalworking materials

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style solid carbide tapered end mill for use in standard CNC machining centers and manual milling machines accepting a 9/16 inch round shank.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or tooling technicians. The 9/16 inch shank should be secured in a compatible collet or end mill holder torqued to the machine manufacturer's specification. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and machine power is isolated before changing tooling. Verify runout at the tool tip before beginning a production cut to confirm proper seating.