Kennametal 4041088 Square End Mill 3 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The KENNAMETAL 4041088 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision material removal in metal cutting and machining applications. Built with three flutes and a single-end configuration, this tool delivers efficient chip evacuation and clean square-shoulder cuts. The bright/uncoated finish suits applications where coating is not required or where maximum sharpness at the cutting edge is the priority. With a 3/16-inch shank diameter and a 2-inch overall length, this end mill is sized for smaller-diameter work in milling machines and CNC machining centers. The variable index geometry helps reduce chatter and improve surface finish. Material grade K600 carbide provides the hardness and wear resistance needed for demanding cuts.

This end mill is suited for use in vertical and horizontal milling operations on ferrous and non-ferrous materials where a compact, short-reach tool is appropriate. It is a centercutting design, allowing plunge entry directly into the workpiece. Right-hand flute direction and right-hand cutting rotation make it compatible with standard spindle configurations. Machinists and CNC operators in job shops, tool rooms, and production environments will find this a practical choice for finish milling, slotting, and profiling at small diameters.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction using K600 material grade for hardness and wear resistance
• Three-flute design promotes efficient chip removal and smooth cutting action
• Variable index geometry reduces chatter and improves surface finish quality
• Centercutting capability allows direct plunge entry into the workpiece
• Bright/uncoated finish retains sharp cutting edges without added coating thickness
• Single-end configuration with right-hand cut and right-hand flute direction

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style solid carbide square end mill suitable for standard milling machine and CNC machining center spindles accepting a 3/16-inch straight shank.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of this end mill should be performed by qualified machinists or CNC operators familiar with proper tool-holding procedures. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before inserting or removing the tool from the collet or chuck. Verify that the collet bore matches the 3/16-inch shank diameter to ensure secure grip and runout control. Follow shop safety standards and machine manufacturer guidelines for speed, feed, and depth-of-cut selection appropriate to the workpiece material.