2-Flute Polished Solid Carbide Micro Square End Mill for Aluminum

Designed for precise aluminum machining, this 2-flute polished solid carbide micro square end mill delivers clean edges, smooth finishes, low cutting resistance, and reliable chip evacuation in small-diameter applications consistently.
  • ◆Designed for high-precision micro milling of aluminum
  • ◆Polished flutes help reduce friction and material adhesion
  • ◆2-flute geometry provides efficient chip evacuation
  • ◆Precision-ground square cutting edge for clean flat-bottom features
Type:
Micro Square End Mill
Diameter Range:
Ø0.2–0.9 mm
Coating Options:
Uncoated / DLC Optional
Workpiece Material:
Aluminum & Non-Ferrous Metals

Consistent Quality

Consistent geometry across repeat orders.

Flexible Orders

Small batches and mixed sizes available.

OEM Support

Custom marking, labels and packaging.

Standard & Custom

Standard sizes and custom configurations.

2-Flute Polished Solid Carbide Micro Square End Mill for Aluminum

This 2-flute polished solid carbide micro square end mill is designed for precision machining of aluminum alloys and selected non-ferrous materials. Micro cutting diameters from Ø0.2 to Ø0.9 mm, sharp square-end geometry and polished flute surfaces support low cutting resistance, efficient chip evacuation and controlled surface quality during miniature slotting, pocketing, profiling, side milling and detailed finishing.Close-up of solid carbide micro end mills for aluminum in blue protective cases Polished solid carbide micro square end mills for aluminum arranged in blue protective cases Five micro square end mills for aluminum displayed upright in blue protective cases

END PROFILESquare / Flat End
FLUTES2 Flutes
FLUTE FINISHPolished
DIAMETER RANGEØ0.2–Ø0.9 mm

Key Features

Efficient Chip Evacuation

The two-flute design provides chip space for narrow slots and small cutting zones.

Polished Flute Surface

Smooth flutes help reduce friction, chip adhesion and built-up edge in aluminum.

Sharp Square End

Precision-ground geometry supports miniature slots, pockets and flat-bottom features.

Micro-Milling Stability

Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and edge support for small diameters.

Why Choose This Micro End Mill?

Lower Cutting Resistance

Sharp edges help reduce cutting forces on delicate miniature features.

Controlled Chip Flow

Open flute space supports chip removal from narrow machining areas.

Clean Flat Features

Square-end geometry supports pockets, slots and defined bottom surfaces.

Fine Surface Quality

Polished flutes support smoother cutting in aluminum and non-ferrous materials.

Recommended Applications

Electronics Components

Micro slots, pockets and detailed aluminum housing features.

Precision Mechanical Parts

Fine contours and miniature flat-bottom features.

Miniature Mold Features

Small pockets, grooves, electrodes and detailed features.

Medical & Optical Parts

Selected non-ferrous components requiring fine surface quality.

Application Note: Micro tools are sensitive to spindle runout, vibration, tool overhang and chip accumulation. Confirm the material, feature depth, holder condition and machining strategy before selecting cutting parameters.

Machining Application & Product Video

2-Flute Polished Micro Square End Mill Machining Application and Product Display

2-Flute Polished Micro End Mill Specifications

Reference specifications for the polished 2-flute solid carbide micro square end mill series. Final cutting diameter, flute length, shank diameter, overall length, tolerance and surface configuration should be confirmed by selected model or approved drawing.

PARAMETER REFERENCE CONFIGURATION
Substrate Fine-grain solid carbide
Tool Type Micro square / flat-end mill for aluminum
Flute Count 2 flutes
Cutting Diameter Ø0.2–Ø0.9 mm reference range
End Profile Square end / flat bottom
Flute Finish Polished flute surfaces
Primary Materials Aluminum alloys and selected non-ferrous materials
Surface Options Polished uncoated configuration; other options reviewed by material and application
Custom Options Drawing-based cutting diameter, flute length, shank, overall length, geometry and tolerance

Dimension & Size Reference

Micro-diameter two-flute and four-flute square end mill dimensions and size chart
Size Note: The supplied image includes reference configurations for more than one micro-end-mill series. Confirm the 2-flute model, cutting diameter, flute length, shank diameter and overall length before ordering.

Recommended Workpiece Materials

Aluminum Alloys

Pure, wrought and selected cast aluminum alloys after grade review.

Copper & Brass

Selected copper alloys and brass under suitable cutting conditions.

Engineering Plastics

Selected plastics requiring sharp edges and controlled chip removal.

Micro-Milling Setup Guidance

Minimize Runout

Use a clean, high-precision collet or suitable shrink-fit holder.

Keep Overhang Short

Use the minimum practical projection to improve micro-tool rigidity.

Maintain Chip Removal

Use air blast, mist or suitable coolant to prevent chip packing.

Start Conservatively

Begin with controlled feed and engagement, then optimize gradually.

Setup Note: Actual parameters depend on tool diameter, flute length, aluminum grade, machine rigidity, spindle capability, tool runout and machining operation.

2-Flute Polished Micro End Mill Customization

Micro cutting diameter, flute length, neck reach, shank dimensions, two-flute geometry, square-end profile, cutting-edge preparation and flute polishing can be reviewed according to the aluminum grade, miniature component features, machining operation, surface-finish requirement and production conditions.

Micro Dimensions & Reach

Cutting diameter, flute length, neck length, shank diameter and overall length can be configured according to the miniature feature and required machining reach.

2-Flute Geometry

Flute form, helix geometry, rake angle, core thickness and chip space can be reviewed to support chip evacuation and cutting stability at micro diameters.

Edge & End Profile

Square-end geometry, center-cutting capability, gash design, corner condition and cutting-edge sharpness can be matched to micro slotting, pocketing or finishing.

Flute Polishing

Polishing level and surface condition can be reviewed according to the aluminum grade, chip-adhesion tendency, machining operation and required surface quality.

PARAMETER MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES
Cutting Diameter Standard Ø0.2–Ø0.9 mm reference range, with selected intermediate and non-standard micro diameters reviewed according to the confirmed drawing
Flute Count Standard 2-flute configuration with additional chip space for micro slotting, pocketing, profiling and finishing
Flute & Neck Length Standard or drawing-defined flute length, neck length and effective reach reviewed according to feature depth and micro-tool rigidity
Shank & Overall Length Precision cylindrical shank with standard or drawing-defined shank diameter, clamping length and overall length
Flute & Helix Geometry Two-flute geometry with aluminum-specific helix, rake and flute-space configuration for controlled chip evacuation at micro diameters
Square-End Profile Flat-bottom square-end geometry for miniature slots, pockets and detailed features, with center-cutting capability confirmed by the selected configuration
Edge Preparation Sharp cutting edges, end-face grinding, gash geometry and corner condition matched to the micro feature and required surface finish
Flute Finish Polished flute surfaces configured to reduce friction, aluminum adhesion, built-up edge and chip welding
Surface Options Polished uncoated configuration or selected application-specific surface treatment reviewed according to the material and machining conditions
Dimensional Tolerance Standard production tolerances or drawing-defined requirements for cutting diameter, flute length, shank diameter, overall length, runout and square-end geometry
Engineering Note: Please provide the aluminum grade, required micro cutting diameter, flute length, neck reach, shank diameter, overall length, machining operation, feature depth, machine and holder conditions, runout requirement, surface-finish requirement and order quantity. Final geometry, polishing and custom dimensions are confirmed before production.

OEM & Private Label Services

OEM manufacturing and private-label supply options are available for industrial distributors, tooling brands and repeat-production customers. Laser identification, label content, protective packaging and coating presentation can be configured according to the approved product specification and order requirements.

OEM laser marking custom labels coatings and packaging for solid carbide square end mills

Laser Etching

Custom logos, tool codes, cutting dimensions, coating identification and batch numbers can be marked according to the available shank area.

Custom Labels & Packaging

Individual protective tubes, product labels, specification details, colored packaging tubes and private-label packaging can be reviewed.

Commercial Terms

MOQ, sample evaluation, custom-size trials, repeat orders and scheduled supply programs are confirmed according to the selected configuration.

Technical Workflow

A structured review process is used to confirm standard, customized and private-label square end mill requirements before production.

STAGE 01

Inquiry

Submit the material, hardness, milling operation, dimensions, tolerance and quantity.

STAGE 02

Engineering

Review flute geometry, helix angle, edge preparation, coating, ap and ae.

STAGE 03

Commercial

Confirm quotation, MOQ, sample requirements, production schedule and delivery terms.

STAGE 04

Production

CNC grinding, end-face formation, edge preparation, coating and laser marking.

STAGE 05

Quality Control

Inspect diameter, flute length, shank, runout, square-end geometry and cutting edges.

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Quality, Inspection & Delivery

Our solid carbide square end mills are controlled through material verification, precision grinding, in-process measurement and final inspection. Key dimensions, square-end geometry, cutting-edge condition, coating appearance and product identification are reviewed according to the approved specification or drawing before packing.

Controlled manufacturing and final inspection for solid carbide square end mills

Three-Stage Quality Control

Inspection checkpoints are arranged around the manufacturing process to support dimensional consistency and repeat-order control.

STAGE 01

Incoming Material Control

Carbide substrate grade, blank dimensions and supplied material information are checked against the production requirement.

STAGE 02

In-Process Grinding Control

Cutting diameter, flute geometry, flute length, square-end profile and shank dimensions are monitored during CNC grinding.

STAGE 03

Final Tool Inspection

Finished tools are reviewed for specified dimensions, runout, cutting-edge condition, coating appearance, marking and packing identification.

Key Inspection Characteristics

Inspection requirements are confirmed according to the standard product specification or the approved custom drawing.

INSPECTION ITEM CONTROL FOCUS CONFIRMATION BASIS
Cutting Diameter (DC) Diameter and dimensional consistency Standard specification or approved drawing
Flute Length (APMX) Effective cutting length Confirmed product size or drawing requirement
Shank Diameter (DCON) Clamping-section dimension and surface condition Applicable shank specification
Overall Length (OAL) Total tool length Standard size matrix or approved drawing
Radial Runout Concentricity between cutting section and shank Agreed inspection requirement
Square-End Geometry End-face profile, corner condition and center-cutting form Selected tool configuration
Flute & Helix Profile Flute count, helix form and grinding consistency Approved manufacturing configuration
Cutting Edge & Coating Edge condition, visible defects and coating appearance Application-specific production requirement
Marking & Identification Tool code, dimensions and batch information where applicable Confirmed order and packaging specification

Measurement & Batch Traceability

Optical measuring systems, tool inspection equipment and appropriate dimensional gauges are selected according to the feature being checked.

Optical Measurement

Profile and dimensional review of specified cutting features.

Runout Verification

Concentricity review based on the agreed product requirement.

Edge Inspection

Magnified review of the end face, corners and cutting-edge condition.

Batch Identification

Order, product and batch information are linked where required for repeat supply.

Inspection Documentation: Dimensional records, sample inspection requirements or additional documentation can be reviewed according to the order specification before production.

Protective Packaging Process

Finished end mills are protected to reduce contact between cutting edges and to support clear product identification during storage and transportation.

Protective packaging process for solid carbide end mills
01 Individual ProtectionProtective tubes or cases help shield cutting edges.
02 Batch IdentificationLabels identify the applicable tool and order information.
03 Carton ProtectionInternal cushioning is selected according to the shipment.
04 Ready for DispatchCartons are closed and prepared for the confirmed shipping method.

Bulk-Order & Export Packaging

Bulk shipments can be arranged with reinforced cartons, protective wrapping, palletized loading or export cases according to order quantity, shipment weight and agreed transportation requirements.

Bulk-order and export packaging for HY Cutting Tools shipments

Delivery Coordination

Production completion, packing method and dispatch arrangements are confirmed according to the approved order. Courier, air, sea or customer-designated shipping options can be reviewed according to shipment size and destination. Final lead time is confirmed after product specifications, quantity and packaging requirements are approved.

Product & Application FAQs

Answers to common questions about selecting and applying the 2-Flute Polished Solid Carbide Micro Square End Mill for Aluminum.

What materials is this square end mill designed to machine?
It is primarily designed for aluminum alloys and selected non-ferrous materials. Copper, brass and other grades should be confirmed according to micro diameter, geometry and lubrication conditions.
Why use the 2-flute configuration for this application?
Two flutes provide comparatively generous chip space at micro diameters, supporting chip evacuation and reducing chip packing during small-slot and precision aluminum milling.
What milling operations are suitable for this square-end design?
The square-end profile is suitable for micro-slotting, small-feature pocketing, fine profiling and precision finishing in aluminum. It supports flat-bottom features and 90° shoulders. Ramping and plunge capability should be confirmed according to the exact center-cutting geometry.
What setup is most important for a polished micro end mill?
Very low runout, minimal overhang, clean chip evacuation and controlled feed are critical. Even small holder or spindle errors can overload one cutting edge and cause premature micro-tool failure.
Which coating or surface treatment should be selected?
A polished uncoated finish is commonly used for aluminum chip flow. Selected DLC configurations can be reviewed according to alloy, silicon content and wear requirements.
What machining conditions should be reviewed before use?
Review the exact workpiece grade and hardness, tool diameter, flute length, tool overhang, axial and radial engagement, holder runout, machine rigidity, chip evacuation and coolant or lubrication strategy. Starting parameters should be verified through a controlled machining trial.

Ordering & Customization FAQs

Information for distributors, tooling brands and customers requesting standard or application-specific configurations.

What standard sizes are available?
Selected micro diameters and flute lengths are available. Confirm the cutting diameter, flute length, shank, overall length and polished or DLC surface option.
Can non-standard dimensions or geometry be manufactured?
Yes. Micro diameter, flute length, neck reach, shank dimensions, edge preparation, polishing and DLC options can be reviewed. Custom dimensions and tolerances are confirmed before production.
Are OEM marking and private-label packaging available?
Laser marking, tool codes, custom labels, protective tubes and private-label packaging can be reviewed according to the available marking area, confirmed packaging specification and order quantity.
What information is required for an accurate quotation?
Please provide the aluminum grade, feature drawing, micro diameter, flute and neck lengths, finish requirement, machine and holder information and quantity. A tool drawing or component drawing is recommended for custom projects.

Technical Downloads

Use the following references for product selection and starting cutting-data review.

Solid Carbide End Mill Catalog

Review related square-end, ball-nose, corner-radius and application-specific end mill series.

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End Mill Speeds & Feeds Guide

Access reference starting parameters for application review and controlled machining trials.

View Guide

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