Accupro 12184449 Ball End Mill 0.5in 3 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The ACCUPRO 12184449 is a solid carbide ball end mill designed for precision milling in metal and composite materials. It features a 0.5 inch diameter with a 2 inch length of cut, making it well suited for deep-cavity profiling and contouring operations. The three-flute geometry with a 40-degree right-hand helix provides an efficient balance of chip evacuation and surface finish quality. A TiCN coating increases surface hardness and reduces friction, extending tool life in demanding ferrous and non-ferrous applications. This tool is a single-end design with a 0.5 inch shank diameter and a 4 inch overall length, giving machinists extended reach for deeper part features.

This ball end mill is used in CNC machining centers for 3D contouring, die and mold work, and profile milling where a full-radius cutting edge is required. The long-length configuration suits applications where standard-length tools cannot reach the full depth of a workpiece pocket or cavity. Typical users include tool and die machinists, production CNC operators, and job shop machinists working in steel, stainless, cast iron, and similar materials. The micrograin carbide grade supports high-speed operation and maintains edge sharpness under heat and cutting pressure.

Key Features

• 0.5 inch cutting diameter with a full ball-nose profile for 3D contouring
• 2 inch length of cut supports deep cavity and pocket milling
• Three right-hand spiral flutes with 40-degree helix for efficient chip removal
• TiCN coating for increased surface hardness and extended tool life
• Micrograin solid carbide construction for rigidity and edge retention
• Single-end design with 0.5 inch shank and 4 inch overall length for extended reach

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard CNC machining centers and manual mills accepting a 0.5 inch round shank, including ER collet chucks, end mill holders, and shrink-fit toolholders. Suitable for cutting steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and similar ferrous materials in long-length milling applications.

Installation Notes

Install in a clean, properly sized collet or end mill holder and torque to the toolholder specification before operation. Inspect the collet and holder for runout before engaging the cut, as excessive runout accelerates edge wear on carbide tools. Always confirm spindle speed and feed rate match the coating and material combination before starting a new operation. Handle carbide tooling carefully to avoid chipping the cutting edges during setup and storage.