DLC Coating Tungsten Carbide Tools 0.6μm 0.8μm Roughing And Finishing End Mill
| Name | Tungsten Carbide Tools |
| Number of flute | 1 |
| Grain size | 0.6μm or 0.8μm |
| Coating | AlTiN black |
| Application | Acrylic, PVC, MDF, and softwoods |
| Shank precision | h6 |
| Tolerance | 0/-0.02mm |
| Service | OEM/ODM |
This customized 3-flute carbide end mill performs both rough milling and finish milling operations without tool changes, specifically designed for cutting MDF and plywood materials.
- Ultra-Low Friction: Coefficient of friction <0.1 reduces heat buildup in resinous materials
- Non-Stick Surface: Prevents pitch/resin adhesion (critical for MDF and plywood glue lines)
- Enhanced Hardness: 3,000-4,000 HV (vs. 1,500-2,000 HV for standard carbide)
- Chemical Inertness: Resists corrosive compounds in treated wood and adhesives
| Parameter | Specification | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Flute Count | 3 flutes | Balances chip load and evacuation |
| Helix Angle | 35°-45° | Reduces harmonic vibration |
| Rake Angle | 12°-15° positive | Aggressive material removal |
| Edge Prep | 0.05-0.1mm hone | Prevents edge chipping |
| Material | RPM | Feed Rate (IPM) | DOC (×D) | WOC (×D) | Chip Load (IPT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDF | 18,000-22,000 | 400-600 | 1.0-1.5 | 0.3-0.5 | 0.008-0.012 |
| Plywood | 16,000-20,000 | 350-500 | 0.8-1.2 | 0.25-0.4 | 0.007-0.010 |
| Hardwood | 14,000-18,000 | 300-450 | 0.6-1.0 | 0.2-0.35 | 0.006-0.009 |
Note: D = Tool Diameter; DOC = Depth of Cut; WOC = Width of Cut
- Anti-Vibration Grooves: High-frequency dampening slots (patented designs available)
- Hybrid Cutting Edge: Combination of shearing (upper) and scraping (lower) geometry
- Thermal Barrier: 2µm AlOx interlayer between DLC and substrate
| Metric | DLC-Coated | Uncoated Carbide | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tool Life | 800-1,200 hours | 200-300 hours | 300-400% |
| Surface Ra | 0.8-1.2µm | 1.5-2.5µm | 40-50% |
| Resin Buildup | 0.1mg/hour | 1.2mg/hour | 92% reduction |
- Cleaning: Use alkaline-based tool cleaners (pH 9-11) every 8 operating hours
- Inspection: Check for micro-chipping with 20× magnification weekly
- Reconditioning: Professional edge re-honing recommended after 400 hours
- Engraving & Detail Work (e.g., signs, inlays)
- Plastic & Acrylic Cutting (reduces melting)
- MDF & Plywood Routing (clean edges)
- PVC & Soft Aluminum (with proper feeds/speeds)
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$50 USD Discount on First Order
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We are a professional manufacturer of carbide tools which established in 2017.
All of our carbide tools are produced by imported WALTER grinding machines.
We usually send goods by express like FedEx, UPS, DHL, TNT, EMS, etc. We also can send products to your shipping agent in China.
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