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HRC65 4 Flute Bull Nose End Mill for Hardened Steel

Boost high-feed mold machining productivity with our high-precision bull nose end mill, specially developed for heat-treated and hardened steels up to HRC65. Featuring a rigid 4-flute design and micro-grain carbide, this premium bull nose end mill cutter protects tool corners from catastrophic chipping while maximizing metal removal rates. Upgrade your CNC shop with wholesale bull nose end mills from Durable Mills to achieve superior 3D contouring accuracy and longer tool life.

Corner Radius
Cast Iron
Stainless Steel
Steel
35°
4 Flutes
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HRC65 4 Flute Bull Nose End Mill Overview

Engineered and supplied by Durable Mills, this professional-grade bull nose end mill is crafted for high-performance profiling, semi-finishing, and cavity milling in tough alloys and hardened steels up to HRC65. Built on an ultra-fine 0.4 µm tungsten carbide substrate with 12% cobalt content (HRA 92.5–93), this 4-flute tool features rounded R-cutting edges that disperse cutting forces effectively, drastically reducing edge chipping and thermal failure.

Key Engineering Advantages

  • High-Strength R-Blade Tip: The corner radius reinforcement prevents the sharp-edge chipping typical of square tools, delivering prolonged tool longevity and reduced cycle costs.
  • Superior Surface Roughness: Outperforms flat end mills in surface smoothness across 3D contoured surfaces, bottom milling, and shoulder profiling.
  • Advanced Heat-Resistant Coating: Blue-nano multilayer thermal barrier coating permits dry cutting and high-speed CNC machining at elevated temperatures.
  • Extensive Material Capability: Specially optimized for hardened tool steels (45–65 HRC), carbon steel, alloy steels, stainless steels, and ductile cast iron.

Material Composition & Technical Parameters

Parameter Specification Value
Tool Structure 4 Flute Solid Carbide Bull Nose End Mill
Applicable Workpiece Hardness Up to HRC65
Cobalt Content (Co) 12%
Grain Size 0.4 µm (Sub-micron Solid Carbide)
Substrate Hardness HRA 92.5 – 93.0

Model Dimensions & Standard Sizes

Technical Drawing and Specifications of 4 Flute Bull Nose End Mill

Model Number Cutting Dia. (D) Flute Length (Lc) Shank Dia. (d) Overall Length (L) Corner Radius (R) Flutes
DM-3*8*3*50*4T 3 mm 8 mm 3 mm 50 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-3*12*3*75L*4T 3 mm 12 mm 3 mm 75 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-3*15*3*100*4T 3 mm 15 mm 3 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-1*3*4*50*4T 1 mm 3 mm 4 mm 50 mm R0.2 4
DM-1.5*4*4*50*4T 1.5 mm 4 mm 4 mm 50 mm R0.2 4
DM-2*5*4*50*4T 2 mm 5 mm 4 mm 50 mm R0.2 / R0.5 4
DM-3*8*4*50*4T 3 mm 8 mm 4 mm 50 mm R0.2 / R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-4*10*4*50*4T 4 mm 10 mm 4 mm 50 mm R0.2 / R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-4*16*4*75*4T 4 mm 16 mm 4 mm 75 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-4*20*4*100*4T 4 mm 20 mm 4 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-5*13*5*50*4T 5 mm 13 mm 5 mm 50 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-5*20*5*75*4T 5 mm 20 mm 5 mm 75 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-5*25*5*100*4T 5 mm 25 mm 5 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-6*15*6*50*4T 6 mm 15 mm 6 mm 50 mm R0.2 / R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-6*13*6*50*4T 6 mm 13 mm 6 mm 50 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-6*25*6*75*4T 6 mm 25 mm 6 mm 75 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-6*30*6*100*4T 6 mm 30 mm 6 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-6*40*6*150*4T 6 mm 40 mm 6 mm 150 mm R0.5 / R1.0 4
DM-8*20*8*60*4T 8 mm 20 mm 8 mm 60 mm R0.2 / R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-8*28*8*75*4T 8 mm 28 mm 8 mm 75 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-8*35*8*100*4T 8 mm 35 mm 8 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-8*50*8*150*4T 8 mm 50 mm 8 mm 150 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-10*25*10*75*4T 10 mm 25 mm 10 mm 75 mm R0.2 / R0.5 / R1.0 / R1.5 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-10*40*10*100*4T 10 mm 40 mm 10 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-10*50*10*150*4T 10 mm 50 mm 10 mm 150 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-12*30*12*75*4T 12 mm 30 mm 12 mm 75 mm R0.2 / R0.5 / R1.0 / R1.5 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-12*45*12*100*4T 12 mm 45 mm 12 mm 100 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4
DM-12*60*12*150*4T 12 mm 60 mm 12 mm 150 mm R0.5 / R1.0 / R2.0 / R3.0 4

Recommended CNC Cutting Parameters

Workpiece Material Axial Depth (ap) Radial Width (ae) Cutting Speed (Vc: m/min) Feed per Tooth (fz: mm/z)
Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel (<35 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 120 0.006D
Alloy Steel (35–48 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 80 0.0035D
Stainless Steels ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 100 0.006D
Gray Cast Iron, Ductile Cast Iron (<32 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.1D 120 0.0055D
Hardened Steel (45–65 HRC) Fine stepdown ae ≤ 0.05D 60 – 90 0.002D – 0.004D

*Note: Please adjust operating parameters based on machine tool rigidity, tool overhang, and clamping stability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the primary machining advantages of using a bull nose end mill?

A1: A bull nose end mill combines the flat bottom of a square cutter with the edge durability of a radius tip. It distributes cutting stress away from vulnerable points, enabling higher feed rates, reduced tool deflection, and smooth blending in mold cavities.

Q2: What is the minimum wholesale order and delivery timeline?

A2: We maintain regular inventory for standard metric sizes ready for immediate export dispatch within 48 hours. For OEM packaging or tailored batches, reach out via our contact page or directly at info@durablemills.com.

Q3: How does this tool perform on pre-hardened steels and ductile irons?

A3: Thanks to the high-density micro-grain carbide matrix (12% Co) and nano heat-shield coating, it delivers continuous wear resistance and stable chip evacuation in materials up to HRC65 without micro-fracturing.

Q4: Can Durable Mills provide custom shank lengths or tailored corner radii?

A4: Yes, we provide full ODM and OEM customization, including extra-long overall lengths, necked-down reaches, and bespoke corner radius dimensions suited to your workpiece drawings.

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