Gws 314512 Square End Mill 3/16 Inch 3 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The GWS 314512 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling operations in metal fabrication, tooling, and machining environments. It features a 3/16 inch cutting diameter, a 3/8 inch length of cut (LOC), and a 2 inch overall length (OAL). The ZrN (zirconium nitride) finish improves surface hardness and lubricity, extending tool life in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. A 37-degree helix angle with an upcut flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation. This tool is installed and operated by machinists and CNC programmers working with vertical machining centers and milling machines.

The 314512 is suited for slotting, profiling, and peripheral milling in tight-tolerance work on steel, aluminum, and similar materials. Its centercutting design allows direct plunge entry without a pre-drilled hole. The right-hand cut and right-hand flute configuration follows standard spindle rotation conventions for most CNC and manual milling setups. The 3/16 inch shank diameter matches the cutting diameter, making it compatible with standard ER collets and milling chucks of that bore size.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in demanding cuts
• ZrN finish increases surface hardness and reduces friction during cutting
• 37-degree helix angle with upcut flute geometry for efficient chip evacuation
• Centercutting capable - supports direct plunge milling without pre-drilling
• 3 flutes provide a balance between chip clearance and cutting edge strength
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute for standard spindle rotation compatibility

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard tooling option for use in CNC vertical machining centers and manual knee mills requiring a 3/16 inch bore ER collet or milling chuck. Part of the GWS Series 2030 end mill line.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or CNC operator. The machine spindle must be fully stopped and the tool release mechanism disengaged before changing tooling. Ensure the collet or chuck bore matches the 3/16 inch shank diameter and that the tool is seated to the correct gauge length before tightening. Verify spindle rotation direction matches the right-hand cut specification before initiating a cutting cycle.