Osg VGM5-0160 Square End Mill 0.5in 5 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The OSG VGM5-0160 is a solid carbide square end mill engineered for demanding milling applications in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It features a 0.5 inch mill diameter, a 2.5 inch length of cut, and 5 helical flutes with a 40-degree helix angle and variable index spacing. The variable index reduces harmonic chatter during heavy material removal passes. OSG applies an EXO coating to the cutting edges, extending tool life in high-temperature cutting environments. The single-end, right-hand cutting configuration is standard for vertical machining centers and CNC milling operations. This tool is classified as a long-reach end mill and is suitable for use by machining professionals in production and job shop environments.

The VGM5-0160 is intended for use in milling operations that require extended reach into deep pockets, slots, and cavities. The 2.5 inch length of cut combined with the long-length designation makes it well-suited for profiling and roughing passes where a standard-length end mill cannot reach. The straight-cylindrical shank with a 0.5 inch diameter accepts standard ER or side-lock toolholders commonly found in CNC machining setups. The micrograin carbide substrate provides rigidity and wear resistance required for high-speed machining of alloy steels and stainless materials.

Key Features

• Solid micrograin carbide construction for rigidity and extended tool life
• 5 helical flutes with variable index for chatter reduction
• 40-degree helix angle optimized for chip evacuation in deep-pocket milling
• EXO coating for heat and wear resistance in ferrous and high-temp alloy cutting
• Long-reach classification with 2.5 inch length of cut
• Center-cutting capable for plunge entry without a pilot hole

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit cutting tool for CNC vertical machining centers and milling machines using standard 0.5 inch straight-cylindrical shank toolholders in the VGM5 series from OSG.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC tooling technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before changing tooling. Seat the shank fully into the toolholder to the recommended gauge line and torque collet nuts or set screws per toolholder manufacturer specifications. Verify runout with a dial indicator after installation before beginning a cut.