Sgs 01963 Ball End Mill 3/32 in 2 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The SGS 01963 is a single-end ball end mill designed for contouring, profiling, and finishing operations in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Built from micrograin solid carbide, it delivers the rigidity and edge retention needed for tight-tolerance work on CNC machining centers and manual mills. The 3/32-inch cutting diameter and 9/32-inch length of cut make it well suited for small-feature milling, slot cutting, and die work where access is limited. A 30-degree right-hand spiral helix promotes efficient chip evacuation and reduces cutting forces. The bright uncoated finish is standard for general-purpose machining applications. This tool is typically installed and operated by machinists and toolroom professionals.

The SGS 01963 fits applications requiring precise small-diameter ball-end geometry, including mold and die finishing, contour milling of intricate pockets, and 3D surface work on CNC equipment. The 1/8-inch shank diameter accepts standard collet chucks and end mill holders common to vertical machining centers and CNC routers. Its standard-length OAL of 1-1/2 inches keeps deflection minimal when used at recommended depths of cut for the diameter class.

Key Features

• Micrograin solid carbide construction for superior hardness and wear resistance
• 2-flute ball-nose geometry for profiling, contouring, and finishing cuts
• 30-degree right-hand spiral helix for effective chip evacuation
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for general-purpose and dry-cutting applications
• Single-end configuration with right-hand cutting direction
• Mill diameter tolerance of +0.0000 / -0.0008 inches for consistent fitment and accuracy

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style solid carbide ball end mill for use in standard 1/8-inch collet chucks and end mill holders on CNC machining centers, CNC routers, and manual knee mills.

Installation Notes

Installation and operation should be performed by qualified machinists familiar with rotating cutting tool safety. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before loading or removing the tool. Seat the shank fully into the collet or end mill holder to the recommended grip length before torquing the retention nut to the tool holder manufacturer specification. Verify runout with a dial indicator before beginning a production cut, particularly at this diameter class where small amounts of runout have a proportionally large effect on tool life and surface finish.