Vortex Carbide End Mill - 4 Flute Square Edge - TiSiN Coated - 3mm x 50mm

The Vortex Carbide End Mill is a compact precision cutting tool built for metalworking professionals who need reliable performance in small-diameter milling operations. At 3 mm in diameter with a 50 mm overall length, this end mill excels at reaching tight spaces, cutting intricate details, and producing sharp corner radii where larger tools cannot fit. Whether you're working on CNC machines, manual mills, or precision engraving equipment, this tool delivers the combination of durability and control that makes the difference between acceptable parts and professional-grade results.

• 4-Flute Efficiency & Edge Quality: The four-flute design reduces chip re-cutting and delivers smoother surface finishes than 2-flute alternatives while allowing faster feed rates without sacrificing precision. This geometry provides excellent chip evacuation and enhanced rigidity, making it ideal for both roughing and finishing passes on steels, stainless steels, cast iron, and high-performance alloys.
• TiSiN Coating for Extended Tool Life: The premium TiSiN (Titanium Silicon Nitride) coating significantly reduces friction and heat buildup during cutting operations. This means cooler operation, less thermal stress on the tool, and measurably longer tool life compared to uncoated alternatives—translating to fewer tool changes and lower per-part costs across your production runs.
• Premium Carbide Construction with Square Edge Geometry: Machined from high-quality carbide, this end mill combines excellent wear resistance with superior hardness for demanding materials. The square edge geometry ensures precise, clean cuts with sharp corner integrity—critical for pockets, slots, profiles, and finishing work where dimensional accuracy and edge quality directly impact part success.

When you reach for the Vortex Carbide End Mill, you're choosing a tool engineered for consistent, repeatable performance. The combination of 4-flute chip control, heat-resistant TiSiN coating, and precision carbide construction means steadier feeds, cleaner edges, and improved repeatability across multiple passes and workpieces. This translates directly into reduced cycle times, better surface finishes, and fewer scrap parts—particularly valuable whether you're machining intricate mold cavities, die work, detailed components, or tackling production runs where tool reliability impacts your bottom line.

What time are Protool open?

We are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.

Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?

Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.

We also offer the following:

• Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
• DPD Local Next Day — £8.00 (FREE on orders over £100 ex VAT*). Standard next day delivery to UK mainland addresses.
• Royal Mail Special Delivery — £12.50. Guaranteed delivery before 1pm the next working day.
• DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.

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