Sgs 38506 Square End Mill 0.5 in 5 Flute Solid Carbide

Product Description

The SGS 38506 is a 5-flute solid carbide square end mill designed for high-performance material removal in demanding machining environments. It features a 0.5-inch cutting diameter, a 0.625-inch length of cut, and a 3-inch overall length with a 0.5-inch straight cylindrical shank. The 37-degree helix angle and AlTiN coating make this tool well-suited for elevated cutting speeds and dry or semi-dry machining applications. Variable index geometry reduces chatter and improves surface finish. This end mill is built to handle a broad range of workpiece materials and is a go-to tool for machinists and tool-and-die professionals working in job shop and production environments.

The SGS 38506 belongs to the Z5S series and is engineered for use on CNC machining centers and manual mills where consistent edge integrity and thermal resistance are required. It is rated for use across multiple material groups including carbon and alloy steels, cast irons, stainless steels, titanium alloys, and high-temperature alloys, corresponding to material codes P, K, M, S, and H. It is a centercutting design, allowing plunge entry and full peripheral cutting in a single tool.

Key Features

• Solid micrograin carbide construction for rigidity and edge retention
• AlTiN coating provides heat and oxidation resistance at elevated cutting speeds
• 37-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation and reduced cutting forces
• Variable index flute spacing reduces harmonic vibration and chatter
• Centercutting geometry enables direct plunge milling
• Right-hand cut, right-hand flute, spiral flute configuration for standard CNC spindle compatibility

Compatibility

The SGS 38506 is compatible with workpiece material groups P, K, M, S, and H, covering carbon steels, alloy steels, cast irons, stainless steels, titanium alloys, and high-temperature alloys. It fits any tool holder accepting a 0.5-inch straight cylindrical shank with h6 shank diameter tolerance.

Installation Notes

This end mill is installed by a machinist or toolroom technician using a collet chuck, end mill holder, or hydraulic toolholder rated for the 0.5-inch shank diameter. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the tool is clamped to the appropriate h6 tolerance before beginning a cut. Confirm correct spindle direction for right-hand cut tooling before engaging the workpiece. Follow machine manufacturer guidelines and applicable shop safety procedures when handling carbide tooling.