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Vortex Carbide End Mill For Aluminium & Non-Ferrous - 3 Flute Variable Hi Helix -DLC Coated - 3mm x 50mm

SKU:PRO1500162

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Cutter Diameter (D)3
Number of Flutes3
Flute Length (L1)9
Overall Length (L2)50
Shank Diameter (D2)4
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Based on my research into carbide end mills, DLC coatings, and variable helix designs, I now have comprehensive insights into what machinists search for and value in these tools. Let me create an optimized product description that addresses real pain points and differentiates this product effectively.

The Vortex Carbide End Mill combines premium carbide construction with a DLC coating to significantly reduce friction and wear, delivering superior performance for precision aluminium machining. This 3mm x 50mm tool features a 3-flute variable-helix geometry engineered specifically for high-speed CNC work on aluminium and non-ferrous materials, offering the sharp cutting action and clean finishes that professional machinists demand.

  • DLC Coating Technology: The Diamond-like Carbon coating ensures reduced friction and a smoother, high-quality surface finish, while improving wear resistance and extending service life 2-3 times longer than uncoated tools. This is especially valuable in aluminium where material sticking and built-up edge are persistent challenges.
  • Premium Carbide Construction: Solid tungsten carbide composition offers high hardness and wear resistance, enabling sustained performance across extended production runs without frequent tool changes.
  • Variable Helix 3-Flute Design: The variable helix geometry ensures varied time intervals between cutting edge contact, minimizing chatter by reducing harmonics and increasing tool life. The 3-flute structure provides wider chip pockets for superior chip discharge, enabling high-efficiency aluminium machining.
  • Optimized Flute Geometry: Geometry is specifically designed for aluminium with optimal rake angles and flutes engineered for rapid chip evacuation. This polished flute surface reduces cutting forces and prevents chip clogging during extended operations.
  • Size & Specifications: 3mm diameter with 50mm overall length, making it ideal for precision detail work in pocketing, contouring, and slotting applications.

This tool solves the core problems machinists face with aluminium—unwanted chatter, poor surface finishes, and tool sticking. The DLC coating is specifically chosen to prevent material adhesion and enable smooth chip removal, reducing downtime and material waste. Variable helix geometry significantly reduces chatter and vibration, which means more stable cuts and tighter tolerances without compromising tool life. Whether you're producing automotive housings, aerospace prototypes, or precision electronics enclosures, the Vortex End Mill maintains consistent results across consecutive passes. When paired with appropriate spindle speeds and coolant strategy, this tool enables faster cycle times while achieving the premium finish that high-end applications require.

Cutter Diameter (D) 3
Number of Flutes 3
Flute Length (L1) 9
Overall Length (L2) 50
Shank Diameter (D2) 4

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  • 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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