Seco 17002952 Square End Mill 3/16 Inch 2 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The SECO 17002952 is a solid carbide square end mill engineered for cutting aluminum and non-ferrous materials in precision machining applications. The tool features a 3/16 inch diameter, a 5/16 inch length of cut, and a 2 inch overall length on a straight 3/16 inch shank. Constructed from micrograin solid carbide with a bright uncoated finish, it delivers sharp cutting performance without the added coating layer. The 45-degree spiral flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation in softer, gummier materials. This is a single-end, centercutting tool, allowing plunge operations as well as standard peripheral and slot milling.

This end mill is intended for use in CNC machining centers, manual mills, and high-speed spindle setups where tight tolerances and clean finishes are required on aluminum, copper, brass, and other non-ferrous workpiece materials. The short length type keeps the tool rigid and minimizes deflection during aggressive cuts. The right-hand cut, right-hand flute configuration is standard for conventional and climb milling on these material types. Machinists and CNC operators in job shops, aerospace, and general manufacturing environments are the primary users of this tool series.

Key Features

• Solid micrograin carbide construction for wear resistance in non-ferrous materials
• 45-degree helix angle promotes chip lift and reduces built-up edge on aluminum
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry without a pre-drilled pilot hole
• Bright uncoated finish maintains sharp edge geometry — no coating buildup on cutting edge
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute for standard spindle direction compatibility
• Tight TIR maximum of 0.0005 inches supports precision finish work

Compatibility

Designed for use with aluminum and non-ferrous workpiece materials; fits any spindle or collet system accepting a 3/16 inch straight shank. Part of the SECO Series A245 short-length square end mill family.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC operator. Secure the shank fully into a collet or end mill holder to the recommended grip depth before tightening. Ensure the spindle and any axis drives are fully stopped and the machine is in an e-stop or locked-out state before changing tooling. Do not exceed the rated speed and feed parameters for the workpiece material and tool diameter.