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HRC65 Hardened Steel 4 Flute Flat End Milling Cutter

The HRC65 4 flute end mill is an industrial-grade solid carbide milling tool engineered for high-efficiency side milling, slotting, and profiling on hardened steels up to HRC65. Featuring an ultra-fine 0.4 μm grain tungsten carbide substrate, this high-performance HRC65 4-flute flat end mill cutter delivers twice the tool life and metal removal rate compared to conventional two-flute tools.

Square Flat
Cast Iron
Stainless Steel
Steel
35°
4 Flutes
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Industrial HRC65 4 Flute Flat End Mill for Hardened Steels

Manufactured by Durable Mills, the HRC65 4 flute end mill series is precision-engineered for aggressive metal removal and superior surface finishing on extremely hard materials. Built on a premium micro-grain tungsten carbide substrate (0.4 μm grain size, 12% cobalt content, and HRA92.5–93 hardness), this solid carbide 4 flute flat milling cutter provides extreme structural rigidity, minimized vibration, and thermal stability in high-speed CNC machining centers.

Key Advantages & Engineering Features

  • Doubled Machining Efficiency: The 4-flute geometry distributes chip loads evenly, doubling both cutting feed rates and overall tool life compared to conventional 2-flute cutters.
  • Sub-Micron Substrate Rigidity: Engineered with 12% cobalt content and ultra-fine 0.4 μm grain carbide (HRA 92.5–93), preventing edge chipping during aggressive cuts in tough alloys.
  • Wear-Resistant Multi-Layer Coating: Optimized nano-coating withstands continuous dry/wet milling heat, preventing oxidation and thermal breakdown when cutting hard steel up to HRC65.
  • Broad Industrial Versatility: Excels across hardened steels, carbon steel, alloy tool steels, stainless steel, and ductile cast irons.

Substrate Material Specifications

Property Technical Value
Cobalt Content (Co) 12%
Carbide Grain Size 0.4 μm (Ultra-Fine Micro-Grain)
Hardness Rating HRA 92.5 – 93.0
Workpiece Hardness Range Up to HRC65

Recommended Cutting Parameters

ISO Workpiece Material Depth of Cut (ap) Width of Cut (ae) Cutting Speed (Vc) Feed Per Tooth (fz)
P Carbon Steel / Alloy Steel (<35 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 120 m/min 0.006D mm/z
P Alloy Steel (35–48 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 80 m/min 0.0035D mm/z
M Stainless Steels ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 100 m/min 0.006D mm/z
K Gray Cast Iron, Ductile Cast Iron (<32 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 120 m/min 0.0055D mm/z
H Alloy Steel, Hardened Steel (45–65 HRC) ap ≤ 1.0D ae ≤ 0.05D 60–80 m/min 0.003D mm/z

Complete Specification Table

HRC65 4 flute end mill technical drawing and shank diameter dimensions

Model Type Cutting Dia (D) mm Flute Length (Lc) mm Shank Dia (d) mm Total Length (L) mm Flutes
DM-3*8*3*50*4T 3 8 3 50 4
DM-3*12*3*75*4T 3 12 3 75 4
DM-3*15*3*100*4T 3 15 3 100 4
DM-1*3*4*50*4T 1 3 4 50 4
DM-1.5*4*4*50*4T 1.5 4 4 50 4
DM-2*5*4*50*4T 2 5 4 50 4
DM-2.5*7*4*50*4T 2.5 7 4 50 4
DM-3*8*4*50*4T 3 8 4 50 4
DM-3.5*10*4*50*4T 3.5 10 4 50 4
DM-4*10*4*50*4T 4 10 4 50 4
DM-4*16*4*75*4T 4 16 4 75 4
DM-4*20*4*100*4T 4 20 4 100 4
DM-5*13*5*50*4T 5 13 5 50 4
DM-5*20*5*75*4T 5 20 5 75 4
DM-5*25*5*100*4T 5 25 5 100 4
DM-1*3*6*50*4T 1 3 6 50 4
DM-1.5*4*6*50*4T 1.5 4 6 50 4
DM-2*5*6*50*4T 2 5 6 50 4
DM-2.5*7*6*50*4T 2.5 7 6 50 4
DM-3*8*6*50*4T 3 8 6 50 4
DM-3.5*10*6*50*4T 3.5 10 6 50 4
DM-4*10*6*50*4T 4 10 6 50 4
DM-4.5*12*6*50*4T 4.5 12 6 50 4
DM-5*13*6*50*4T 5 13 6 50 4
DM-6*15*6*50*4T 6 15 6 50 4
DM-6*25*6*75*4T 6 25 6 75 4
DM-6*30*6*100*4T 6 30 6 100 4
DM-6*40*6*150*4T 6 40 6 150 4
DM-7*18*8*60*4T 7 18 8 60 4
DM-8*20*8*60*4T 8 20 8 60 4
DM-8*28*8*75*4T 8 28 8 75 4
DM-8*35*8*100*4T 8 35 8 100 4
DM-8*50*8*150*4T 8 50 8 150 4
DM-9*23*10*75*4T 9 23 10 75 4
DM-10*25*10*75*4T 10 25 10 75 4
DM-10*40*10*100*4T 10 40 10 100 4

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What makes this HRC65 4 flute end mill suitable for hardened mold steel?

It combines an ultra-fine 0.4 μm micro-grain carbide substrate with HRA 92.5–93 hardness and an advanced heat-shielding coating. This structure minimizes cutting resistance and resists notch wear even at elevated cutting temperatures up to 65HRC.

2. When should I choose a 4-flute end mill over a 2-flute cutter?

A 4-flute configuration offers significantly higher core strength and rigidity, making it ideal for side milling, profile finishing, and high-speed machining in hard metals where tool deflection must be prevented.

3. Do you support custom dimensions, private labeling, and OEM orders?

Yes. As a dedicated precision tooling manufacturer, Durable Mills provides complete OEM services, custom flute lengths, neck relief, and custom laser etching for wholesale clients.

4. How can I request wholesale pricing or sample batches?

You can contact our commercial sales team directly through our Contact Us page or email us at info@durablemills.com with your order requirements.

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