Sgs 36418 Square End Mill 9/32 Inch 4 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The SGS 36418 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for high-performance milling in demanding machining environments. Built from micrograin carbide and coated with an AlTiN (Aluminum Titanium Nitride) finish, this tool is suited for cutting hardened steels, stainless steels, cast irons, non-ferrous materials, high-temperature alloys, and titanium. It features a 9/32 inch (0.2813 inch) cutting diameter, a 5/8 inch length of cut, and a 5/16 inch straight-cylindrical shank. The variable helix and variable index geometry reduce harmonics and chatter during aggressive cuts, improving surface finish and tool life in production milling applications.

This end mill fits standard CNC machining centers and manual mills accepting a 5/16 inch straight shank. With a 2-1/2 inch overall length and a regular-length classification, it is well suited for general-purpose profiling, slotting, and contouring in job shop and production environments. Primary workpiece material compatibility codes H, K, M, P, and S cover hardened materials, cast irons, stainless and alloy steels, non-ferrous metals, and high-temperature superalloys. It is installed by machinists and CNC operators working in precision metalworking trades.

Key Features

• Micrograin solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance
• AlTiN coating for thermal resistance in high-speed and dry cutting
• Variable helix and variable index flute geometry reduces chatter and vibration
• 4-flute spiral design with right-hand cut and right-hand flute orientation
• Straight-cylindrical shank for secure clamping in collet and end mill holders
• Not a centercut design — not intended for plunge cutting

Compatibility

Compatible with workpiece materials under codes H, K, M, P, and S, covering hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels and alloy steels, non-ferrous materials, and high-temperature alloys including titanium. Part of the SGS Series Z1 end mill line.

Installation Notes

Install in a collet chuck or end mill holder rated for the 5/16 inch shank diameter, ensuring the holder is properly torqued per machine tool manufacturer specifications. Confirm spindle speed and feed rate are set for the workpiece material and coating type before engaging the cut. This tool is not center-cutting and must not be used for direct plunge entry. Always inspect the cutting edges and coating condition before use, and replace the tool if chipping or coating wear is visible.