Accupro 14788648 Ball End Mill 0.188 in 3 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The ACCUPRO 14788648 is a 3-flute solid carbide ball end mill designed for high-performance milling of hardened steels, stainless steels, and other demanding materials. It measures 0.188 inches in diameter with a 0.375-inch length of cut and a 2-inch overall length. The tool carries an AlTiN+ coating, which improves heat resistance and extends tool life in dry or semi-dry cutting conditions. The cylindrical shank matches the 0.188-inch diameter, making it straightforward to chuck in standard end mill holders or collet systems. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals use this end mill for profiling, contouring, and 3D surfacing operations on CNC machining centers.

This end mill is suited for medium-duty slotting, profiling, and finishing cuts on a CNC vertical or horizontal machining center. The ball nose geometry makes it particularly effective for contoured surfaces, die cavities, and ramp milling operations where a radius tip is required. The medium flute type balances chip evacuation and surface finish. It is appropriate for use in job shops, production machining environments, and tool rooms handling ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces that require tight tolerance finishing.

Key Features

• 0.188-inch (3/16 inch) mill diameter with matching 0.188-inch cylindrical shank for direct chuck compatibility
• AlTiN+ coating provides elevated heat resistance and improved wear life in high-speed machining
• 3-flute, medium flute design balances chip clearance with surface finish quality
• 0.375-inch length of cut accommodates shallow-to-medium depth profiling and contouring passes
• 2-inch overall length suits standard toolholder reach without excessive overhang
• Solid carbide construction delivers rigidity and dimensional stability in demanding cutting conditions

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement for standard 3/16-inch shank end mill holders and collet chucks used on CNC machining centers requiring a ball nose end mill with a cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or CNC setup technician using a calibrated torque wrench and appropriate collet or end mill holder rated for the 0.188-inch shank diameter. Confirm the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is in a safe, locked-out state before changing tooling. Inspect the shank and collet bore for chips or contamination before seating the tool. Do not exceed the recommended axial and radial depth of cut for the workpiece material and coating type.