Osg 36100611 Ball End Mill 0.25 in 2 Flute Solid Carbide Wxl

Product Description

The OSG 36100611 is a 2-flute solid carbide ball end mill in the Series 3610 line, designed for high-performance milling in demanding ferrous and hard materials. The cutter measures 0.25 inches in diameter with a 0.25-inch length of cut and a 3-inch overall length. It carries OSG's proprietary WXL PVD coating, which is engineered for rigidity and wear resistance across a wide range of milling applications including roughing and finishing. The 30-degree helical flute geometry promotes chip evacuation and stable cutting action. The straight-cylindrical shank is 0.25 inches in diameter with an h6 tolerance fit. Material grade is ultra-fine micrograin carbide, which supports use in hard and abrasive workpiece materials.

This end mill is suited for both roughing and finishing passes in steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and hard materials. It also performs in secondary applications involving non-ferrous metals, superalloys, and titanium. The single-end, right-hand cutting and right-hand flute configuration is standard for conventional CNC machining center setups. The ball-nose profile makes it well suited for 3D contouring, profiling, and cavity work where a radius floor or blended surface is required. It is a common choice for die and mold work, aerospace component machining, and general precision machining operations.

Key Features

• WXL PVD coating provides enhanced wear resistance for hard milling and extended tool life in ferrous and hard materials
• Ultra-fine micrograin solid carbide substrate delivers rigidity and edge integrity at small diameters
• 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip flow and reduces cutting forces
• Ball-nose geometry supports 3D contouring, radius floors, and blended surface profiles
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute, single-end configuration for standard CNC spindle use
• Mill diameter tolerance of plus 0.0002 and minus 0.0002 inches ensures dimensional accuracy in tight-tolerance work

Compatibility

Designed for use in CNC machining centers and milling machines with a straight-cylindrical tool holder accepting a 0.25-inch shank. Primary workpiece material compatibility includes steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and hard materials (ISO material codes P, M, K, H). Secondary compatibility includes non-ferrous metals and superalloys including titanium (ISO codes N, S).

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician. Ensure the machine spindle and tool holder are clean and free of debris before seating the shank. Confirm runout with a dial indicator after clamping, as excessive runout at this diameter will accelerate edge wear and reduce surface finish quality. Follow the tool manufacturer's recommended speeds and feeds for the specific workpiece material and do not exceed the rated depth of cut for the listed length of cut.