Hertel E6018016 Ball End Mill 0.25 in 2 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The HERTEL E6018016 is a solid carbide ball end mill designed for precision milling operations across a wide range of materials. It features a 0.25 inch cutting diameter with a 1.5 inch length of cut and a 4 inch overall length. The two-flute geometry and right-hand cutting direction make it well suited for profiling, contouring, and slotting operations where a smooth ball-nose finish is required. A TiN (titanium nitride) coating improves surface hardness and heat resistance, extending tool life in production environments. Machinists and CNC operators install this tool in standard 0.25 inch shank holders.

This end mill is appropriate for use in CNC machining centers and manual knee mills performing finish and semi-finish milling on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and composites. The single-end configuration and solid carbide construction make it a practical choice for job shops and production floors where consistent tool geometry is critical. The right-hand flute direction is standard for conventional and climb milling on most CNC platforms.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• TiN coating increases surface hardness and reduces friction at the cutting edge
• 0.25 inch cutting diameter with 1.5 inch length of cut for reach into moderate-depth features
• Two-flute design promotes chip evacuation in slotting and contouring applications
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute direction compatible with standard CNC spindle rotation
• Single-end configuration for direct installation in collet or end mill holders

Compatibility

Designed for use in any CNC or manual milling machine spindle accepting a 0.25 inch shank end mill holder, collet chuck, or shrink-fit toolholder.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or CNC setup technicians using a properly sized collet, end mill holder, or shrink-fit system rated for 0.25 inch shanks. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the control is in an e-stop or locked-out state before inserting or removing the tool. Verify runout with a dial indicator after tool installation to confirm proper seating. Do not exceed the tool manufacturer recommended speeds and feeds for the workpiece material and coating type.