Gws 101043 Square End Mill 5.4mm 3 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The GWS 101043 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling in demanding machining environments. Built from submicron-grade carbide and coated with zirconium nitride (ZrN), this tool delivers extended wear resistance and thermal stability across a range of workpiece materials. The 3-flute geometry with a 37-degree right-hand helix promotes efficient chip evacuation while maintaining a strong cutting edge. At 5.4 mm (0.2125 inches) in diameter with a 0.2-inch length of cut and a 0.25-inch shank, this end mill fits standard collet and toolholder setups used in CNC machining centers and manual mills. It is center-cutting, allowing both plunge and peripheral milling operations.

The 101043 is suited for precision milling work in job shops, tool rooms, and production machining environments. The compact 5.4 mm diameter makes it appropriate for tight-tolerance slotting, profiling, and pocket milling on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The 2.5-inch overall length and 0.25-inch shank are compatible with standard ER and straight-bore toolholders. This tool belongs to the GWS Armory series, which targets applications where edge retention and coating durability are priorities.

Key Features

• Submicron-grade solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• ZrN coating extends tool life and reduces built-up edge formation
• 3-flute, right-hand cut and flute geometry with 37-degree helix angle
• Center-cutting design allows direct plunge entry into the workpiece
• 0.25-inch shank diameter fits standard collets and toolholders
• Part of the GWS Armory series for demanding precision milling applications

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard 0.25-inch (1/4-inch) straight-bore collets and ER-style toolholders on CNC machining centers and manual milling machines.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC setup technician. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is in a safe state before loading or changing tooling. Seat the shank fully into the collet or toolholder to the recommended insertion depth and torque the nut to the toolholder specification. Verify runout with a dial indicator before commencing a cut, particularly for tight-tolerance applications.