Seco 17002181 Corner Radius End Mill 5/8 in 3 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The SECO 17002181 is a solid carbide corner radius end mill designed for precision milling in non-ferrous metal applications. It carries a 5/8 inch cutting diameter with a 0.0250 inch corner radius, producing consistent edge geometry on aluminum, brass, copper, and similar materials. The three-flute, right-hand spiral configuration supports both roughing and finishing passes in a single tool. At 3.5 inches overall length with a 3/4 inch length of cut, this is a stub-length tool built for rigidity. The 40-degree high-helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation, which is critical when machining gummy non-ferrous alloys. Bright/uncoated finish makes this end mill suitable for use with or without coolant in appropriate setups.

The 17002181 belongs to SECO Series AN340 and is intended for use in CNC machining centers and manual mills equipped with standard toolholders accepting a 5/8 inch straight-cylindrical shank. The extended-reach geometry and 1.5 inch reach length allow access to features with moderate depth requirements. Centercutting capability enables plunge entry without a pre-drilled pilot hole. This tool is used by machinists, tool-and-die shops, and precision fabrication facilities working primarily with non-ferrous metals where tight diameter and corner radius tolerances are required.

Key Features

• 0.0250 inch corner radius with tolerance of plus or minus 0.0010 inch for consistent edge geometry
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in non-ferrous metal cutting
• Three-flute, right-hand spiral design supports combined roughing and finishing operations
• 40-degree high-helix angle promotes chip evacuation in aluminum and other gummy alloys
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry
• Extended reach with 1.5 inch reach length and 0.6000 inch neck diameter

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard toolholders accepting a 5/8 inch straight-cylindrical shank. Primary workpiece material is non-ferrous metal (material code N). Part of SECO Series AN340.

Installation Notes

Installation and tool changes should be performed by qualified machinists with the machine spindle fully stopped and locked out per applicable shop safety procedures. Ensure the toolholder bore and shank are clean and free of debris before clamping to maintain runout within the specified TIR maximum of 0.0005 inch. Verify shank projection and reach requirements match the workpiece feature depth before beginning a cut. Do not exceed the tool manufacturer's recommended feed and speed parameters for the workpiece material.