Product Description:
Corner Radius End Mills , also referred to as bull nose end mills , are cutting tools that have a small radius at the corners rather than a sharp 90° edge. This rounded corner enhances the durability of the tool and minimizes early chipping, particularly when dealing with challenging materials.
These end mills are best suited for scenarios where there is a necessity for tool edge strength, enhanced surface finish, and extended tool lifespan. They are frequently employed in contouring, profiling, as well as mold and die making applications.
Features:
Advantages of Corner Radius End Mills
Increased Tool Strength
The rounded corners reduce stress concentration, minimizing the risk of breakage and improving tool rigidity.
Improved Surface Finish
The smooth radius at the corners creates cleaner cuts and better surface quality, especially in finishing operations.
Reduced Chipping and Wear
Corner radii help prevent edge chipping, especially when cutting harder or abrasive materials.
Longer Tool Life
With less wear and breakage, these tools last longer, reducing tool replacement frequency and machine downtime.
Higher Feed Rates
The added edge strength allows for more aggressive cutting parameters, increasing productivity.
Ideal for 3D Contouring and Mold Making
Perfect for applications that require strong edges and smooth transitions, such as mold cavities, dies, and complex profiles.
Technical Parameters:
| Type No. | Diameter | Corner R | Flute length | Overall length | Shank Dia | Flutes | | DRAJ0602 | D6 | R0.2 | 16 | L150 | 6 | 2 | | DRAJ0603 | D6 | R0.3 | 16 | L150 | 6 | 2 | | DRAJ0605 | D6 | R0.5 | 16 | L150 | 6 | 2 | | DRAJ0610 | D6 | R1 | 16 | L150 | 6 | 2 | | DRAJ0802 | D8 | R0.2 | 20 | L150 | 8 | 2 | | DRAJ0803 | D8 | R0.3 | 20 | L150 | 8 | 2 | | DRAJ0805 | D8 | R0.5 | 20 | L150 | 8 | 2 | | DRAJ0810 | D8 | R1 | 20 | L150 | 8 | 2 | | DRAJ1002 | D10 | R0.2 | 25 | L150 | 10 | 2 | | DRAJ1003 | D10 | R0.3 | 25 | L150 | 10 | 2 | | DRAJ1005 | D10 | R0.5 | 25 | L150 | 10 | 2 | | DRAJ1010 | D10 | R1 | 25 | L150 | 10 | 2 | | DRAJ1020 | D10 | R2 | 25 | L150 | 10 | 2 | | DRAJ1030 | D10 | R3 | 25 | L150 | 10 | 2 | | DRAJ1205 | D12 | R0.5 | 30 | L150 | 12 | 2 | | DRAJ1210 | D12 | R1 | 30 | L150 | 12 | 2 | | DRAJ1220 | D12 | R2 | 30 | L150 | 12 | 2 | | DRAJ1230 | D12 | R3 | 30 | L150 | 12 | 2 | | DRAJ1610 | D16 | R1 | 45 | L150 | 16 | 2 | | DRAJ1620 | D16 | R2 | 45 | L150 | 16 | 2 | | DRAJ1630 | D16 | R3 | 45 | L150 | 16 | 2 | | DRAJ2010 | D20 | R1 | 50 | L150 | 20 | 2 | | DRAJ2020 | D20 | R2 | 50 | L150 | 20 | 2 | | DRAJ2030 | D20 | R3 | 50 | L150 | 20 | 2 | |
Applications:
Applications of Corner Radius End Mills Mold and Die Making Ideal for machining cavities, cores, and mold components with improved edge strength and surface finish.
3D Contour Milling Suitable for complex surface machining where smooth transitions and radius edges are required.
General Profiling and Finishing Used in profiling operations where enhanced tool life and precision are needed.
Pocketing with Radius Corners Perfect for creating pockets and slots with rounded internal corners, reducing stress in the part.
High-Speed Machining (HSM) Well-suited for high-speed applications in hardened steels and other tough materials.
Aerospace and Automotive Parts Commonly used in machining high-performance components where fatigue resistance and surface integrity matter.
Tool and Fixture Production Provides durable cutting performance when producing jigs, fixtures, and dies.
Machining of Hardened Materials Effective in cutting hard alloys while minimizing wear and tool failure.
