Accupro 12183917 Ball End Mill 1 in 2 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The ACCUPRO 12183917 is a solid carbide ball end mill designed for precision milling of contoured surfaces, complex 3D profiles, and finish passes in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It features a 1 inch cutting diameter with a 1.75 inch length of cut, giving machinists sufficient reach for moderate-depth pockets and profiling operations. The 2-flute configuration and 40-degree helix angle promote efficient chip evacuation and smooth cutting action. Built from micrograin solid carbide in a single-end, right-hand cutting geometry, this end mill delivers dimensional stability and edge retention in demanding CNC milling environments.

This end mill is suited for use in vertical machining centers and CNC mills where ball-nose geometry is required for 3D surface contouring, die and mold work, or radius-floor pocketing. The uncoated micrograin carbide construction makes it a reliable choice for aluminum, brass, plastics, and softer steels where a coating is not required or where re-sharpening is anticipated. It is typically selected by machinists and tool room operators running general-purpose finishing or semi-finishing passes.

Key Features

• 1 inch ball nose diameter for contoured surface milling and 3D profiling
• 1.75 inch length of cut supports moderate-depth pocket and profile work
• 2-flute, right-hand spiral design promotes chip clearance in slotting and profiling
• 40-degree helix angle reduces cutting forces and improves surface finish
• Micrograin solid carbide construction provides edge strength and wear resistance
• Uncoated finish suitable for non-ferrous metals, plastics, and general-purpose applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard single-end ball end mill for use in CNC machining centers and manual mills with a 1 inch collet or end mill holder accepting a 1 inch straight shank.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or tool room personnel. The shank should be seated to the full recommended grip depth in a matching 1 inch collet or end mill holder to minimize runout and tool pull-out risk. Confirm spindle and workholding are secured and machine is at a safe stop before changing tooling. Follow shop-specific speeds and feeds guidelines for the workpiece material and machine capability.