Made of premium-grade, solid carbide, Series AFDH Aluminum Finisher/Double-Helix end mills are suited for roughing and finishing non-ferrous metals. Geometry allows tools to perform double-duty operations. Aggressive roughing can be achieved with full engagement cuts of 1x diameter. Wide range of sizes and styles are available, as well as application-specific coatings.

PITTSFIELD, MA - Data Flute CNC, a manufacturer of high-performance, solid-carbide cutting tools for demanding applications, has introduced an innovative series of end mills for roughing and finishing aluminum.

The AFDH Aluminum Finisher/Double-Helix Series features unique patented and patent pending geometry allowing the tools to perform "double-duty" operations. Although the tools are designed primarily for finishing, they are also ideal for roughing applications. The tools deliver unparalleled surface finishes in aluminum and other non-ferrous materials. Aggressive roughing can also be achieved with full engagement cuts of 1x diameter at elevated productivity levels.

All of Data Flute's new high-performance end mills are made of premium-grade, solid carbide. They are available from stock in a wide range of sizes and styles. They are also available with application-specific coatings to enhance performance and tool life.