Scientific Cutting Tools TM6-.5MM-A Thread Mill M6 X 0.5mm

Product Description

The SCIENTIFIC CUTTING TOOLS TM6-.5MM-A is a straight flute thread mill designed for cutting internal metric fine threads. Built from submicron-grade solid carbide and coated with AlTiN+, it delivers consistent thread geometry in hardened and abrasive materials. The tool produces M6 x 0.5mm internal threads with a 0.17 inch cutting diameter, a 0.52 inch length of cut, and a 1/4 inch shank diameter. With 3 straight flutes and no staggered tooth geometry, this mill is suited for controlled single-pass threading operations on CNC machining centers. Machinists and tooling specialists in metalworking shops are the primary users.

This thread mill is intended for internal metric fine thread applications requiring precise pitch control at M6 x 0.5mm. It fits standard 1/4 inch toolholders, making it compatible with common CNC setups found in aerospace, automotive, medical device, and general precision machining environments. The AlTiN+ coating extends tool life in dry and semi-dry cutting conditions, particularly in ferrous and high-temperature alloy workpieces. The 2.5 inch overall length provides adequate reach for most standard workpiece depths without excessive overhang.

Key Features

• Cuts M6 x 0.5mm internal metric fine threads in a single helical pass
• Submicron-grade solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• AlTiN+ coating improves heat resistance and extends tool life in ferrous materials
• 3 straight flutes with no staggered tooth for consistent chip formation
• 1/4 inch shank fits standard CNC toolholders without special adapters
• No coolant-through design - suited for external coolant or dry cutting setups

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style thread milling solution for CNC machining centers equipped with 1/4 inch straight shank toolholders requiring M6 x 0.5mm internal metric fine thread capability.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed and operated by qualified CNC machinists or tooling technicians. Secure the shank fully in a collet or end mill holder before use and verify runout before cutting. Program the tool path as a helical interpolation move sized to the target thread diameter. Do not use this tool in manual or non-interpolating spindle setups, as thread mill operation requires coordinated CNC axis movement.