Value Collection 337T00615004B Ball End Mill 3/8 in 3FL Carbide

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 337T00615004B is a ball end mill designed for milling operations that require a radiused cutting profile. The 3/8-inch cutting diameter and 1.50-inch length of cut (LOC) make it well suited for contour milling, profiling, and slotting in a range of workpiece materials. Constructed from solid carbide, this end mill delivers the rigidity and wear resistance required for demanding CNC and manual milling applications. The 3-flute geometry balances chip evacuation with cutting surface contact, supporting consistent material removal rates in both roughing and finishing passes. Licensed machinists and tool-and-die professionals are the primary installers and operators of this tooling.

This ball end mill is used in vertical and horizontal milling machines as well as machining centers across job shops, production facilities, and toolrooms. The 3/8-inch diameter and 3-flute carbide configuration suits applications in ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and composite materials where a ball-nose profile is required for 3D contour work or radius-bottom slots. It is packaged individually and is appropriate for both prototype and production run contexts.

Key Features

• 3/8-inch cutting diameter for medium-range milling operations
• 1.50-inch length of cut (LOC) supports deeper cavity and contour work
• Solid carbide construction provides superior hardness and thermal resistance compared to high-speed steel
• 3-flute design balances chip clearing with cutting edge engagement
• Ball-nose profile enables radius-bottom slots, 3D contouring, and blending passes

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard tooling option for 3/8-inch collet or end mill holder setups on vertical machining centers, knee mills, and CNC routers requiring a ball-nose carbide end mill.

Installation Notes

Ball end mills are installed by machinists using an appropriate collet, shrink-fit holder, or set-screw end mill holder sized to the shank diameter. The spindle must be fully stopped and the machine powered down before changing tooling. Verify runout with a dial indicator after installation to confirm proper seating and minimize tool deflection. Follow applicable shop safety procedures and machine manufacturer guidelines for tool change intervals and speeds and feeds.