YG-1 Carbide Extra Long End Mill Cutting Dia 14 mm, Overall Length 150 mm, No of Flute 2, E5452140

YG-1 Carbide Extra Long End Mill Cutting Dia 14 mm, Overall Length 150 mm, No of Flute 2, E5452140

An extra-long end mill is a specialized cutting tool used in milling operations to reach deep or hard-to-access areas within a workpiece while maintaining precision and accuracy. It is an elongated version of standard end mills designed to handle machining tasks that require extended reach or depth.

The primary advantage of an extra-long end mill is its ability to access recessed or difficult-to-reach features in a workpiece, which may be expected in industries such as aerospace, automotive, mould making, and general machining. These industries often deal with intricate components and complex geometries where standard-length tools may not suffice.

Extra-long end mills are available in various configurations, including square end mills, ball nose end mills, corner radius end mills, and tapered end mills, each suited for specific machining tasks and materials. The choice of end mill geometry depends on the desired surface finish, material properties, and machining requirements.

These end mills are crafted from high-quality materials like high-speed steel (HSS), cobalt steel, carbide, and diamond coatings to ensure durability, wear resistance, and longevity, especially during prolonged machining operations.

The number of flutes on an extra-long end mill can vary, with options ranging from one to multiple flutes. More flutes generally offer smoother finishes and improved chip evacuation, while fewer flutes may provide better rigidity and cutting performance in certain materials.