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HRC65 2 Flute Micro Carbide End Mill for Steel

Designed for ultra-precise CNC milling, this high-precision micro carbide end mill delivers outstanding rigidity when cutting hardened steels up to HRC65. Durable Mills manufactures this 2-flute micro carbide end mill with sub-micron tungsten carbide to ensure clean chip flow and extended tool life in micro mold finishing.

Square Flat
Cast Iron
Steel
35°
2 Flutes
TiAISiNX

Product Overview: High-Precision Micro Carbide End Mill

Engineered and supplied by Durable Mills, this premium micro carbide end mill series is optimized for ultra-fine profile milling, slotting, and micro-cavity machining in hardened steels up to HRC65. Available in cutting diameters from 0.2 mm to 0.9 mm, each tool is ground to tight tolerances to provide maximum tool rigidity and minimal deflection during high-speed CNC cycles.

Featuring an ultra-fine tungsten carbide substrate combined with a high-thermal-stability TiAlN/TiSiN composite coating, this solid carbide micro cutter ensures stable tool wear, reduced friction, and superior surface finishing across mold, die, electronics, and medical manufacturing applications.

Key Material Advantages & Engineering Features

  • Sub-Micron Substrate: Formulated with 12% Cobalt content and a 0.4 μm ultra-fine grain size, reaching a base material hardness of HRA 92.5–93 for superior wear resistance.
  • Two-Flute Chip Clearance: Engineered with enlarged flute valleys to guarantee smooth, continuous chip removal, preventing heat accumulation and tool breakage in micro deep grooves.
  • Hardened Steel Compatibility: Purpose-built for dry or wet cutting of pre-hardened steels, quenched/tempered tool steels (45–65 HRC), stainless steels, and cast iron.
  • Reinforced 4.0 mm Shank: Standardized h6 tolerance 4 mm shank enhances chuck clamping force and minimizes radial runout.

Model Range & Dimension Specifications

Technical dimension schematic of micro carbide end mill shank and flute geometry

Item Code Cutting Dia. (D, mm) Flute Length (Lc, mm) Shank Dia. (d, mm) Overall Length (L, mm) Flutes
DM-0.2*0.4*4*50 0.2 0.4 4 50 2
DM-0.3*0.6*4*50 0.3 0.6 4 50 2
DM-0.4*0.8*4*50 0.4 0.8 4 50 2
DM-0.5*1*4*50 0.5 1.0 4 50 2
DM-0.6*1.2*4*50 0.6 1.2 4 50 2
DM-0.7*1.4*4*50 0.7 1.4 4 50 2
DM-0.8*1.6*4*50 0.8 1.6 4 50 2
DM-0.9*1.8*4*50 0.9 1.8 4 50 2

Recommended Machining Parameters

ISO Group Applicable Material Cut Depth (ap) Cut Width (ae) Speed (vc, m/min) Feed Rate (fz, mm/z)
P Carbon Steel / Alloy Steel (<35 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.15D 11 – 28 0.008
P Alloy Steel (35 – 48 HRC) Scaled to D Scaled to D Fine-tune per setup 0.006 – 0.008
M Stainless Steels ap ≤ 1.0D ae ≤ 0.10D Coolant suggested 0.005 – 0.007
K Gray Cast Iron / Ductile Cast Iron (<32 HRC) ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.15D 150 0.0065
N Aluminum Alloy / Copper Alloy ap ≤ 1.5D ae ≤ 0.20D High RPM 0.008 – 0.012
H Alloy Steel / Hardened Steel (45 – 65 HRC) ap ≤ 0.5D – 1.0D ae ≤ 0.05D – 0.1D Air blow / Oil mist 0.004 – 0.006

Frequently Asked Questions (B2B Sourcing)

1. What spindle runout limit is critical when using this micro carbide end mill?

For micro tool diameters below 1.0 mm, dynamic spindle runout must remain under 0.003 mm (3 μm). Higher runout causes uneven tooth loading and increases the risk of micro-fracturing on the cutting edge.

2. Can these micro end mills cut dry on hardened die steels?

Yes. Our specialized high-temperature coating provides outstanding thermal stability. We recommend an air blow or oil mist (MQL) cooling setup when machining hardened steel (45–65 HRC) to assist in evacuating micro chips without thermal shocking the substrate.

3. Are wholesale pricing and custom shank lengths available?

Yes. Durable Mills provides OEM branding, wholesale batch packaging, and customized neck lengths for global distributors. Inquire directly through our Contact Page or reach us at info@durablemills.com.

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