Osg VGM5-0148 Square End Mill 0.5 in 5 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The OSG VGM5-0148 is a single-end square end mill designed for high-performance milling in demanding cutting applications. Built from micrograin solid carbide and finished with an EXO coating, this tool delivers extended tool life and consistent performance in hard and abrasive materials. It features a 0.5 inch mill diameter, a 1.5 inch length of cut, and a 40-degree helix angle. The variable index design reduces harmonic vibration during cutting, making it well suited for aggressive material removal and finishing passes in production environments. This end mill is installed by machinists and CNC operators across manufacturing, toolroom, and job shop settings.

The VGM5-0148 is part of the OSG VGM5 series and is designed for milling operations on ferrous and non-ferrous materials where a right-hand cutting, right-hand flute configuration is required. The straight-cylindrical shank with a 0.5 inch diameter fits standard ER and side-lock toolholders. With five helical flutes and centercutting capability, it handles slotting, profiling, and plunge operations in a single setup.

Key Features

• Micrograin solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• EXO coating extends tool life in abrasive and high-temperature cutting conditions
• 40-degree helix angle promotes smooth chip evacuation and reduced cutting forces
• Variable index geometry minimizes chatter and vibration during aggressive passes
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry without pre-drilling
• Five helical flutes balance chip load capacity with surface finish quality

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and direct-fit end mill for CNC machining centers and manual mills accepting a 0.5 inch straight-cylindrical shank toolholder.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or CNC toolsetter. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and locked out before changing tooling. Seat the shank fully into the toolholder collet or chuck and torque the retention mechanism according to the toolholder specification. Verify runout with a dial indicator before beginning the cut to maximize tool life and part accuracy.