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Vortex Carbide End Mill For Aluminium & Non-Ferrous - 3 Flute Variable Hi Helix -DLC Coated - 3.5mm x 50mm
| Cutter Diameter (D) | 3.5 |
| Number of Flutes | 3 |
| Flute Length (L1) | 10 |
| Overall Length (L2) | 50 |
| Shank Diameter (D2) | 4 |
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The Vortex Carbide End Mill is a precision cutting tool engineered for high-speed aluminum and non-ferrous metal machining. Built with a 3.5mm diameter, 50mm overall length, and optimized 3-flute variable hi-helix geometry, this DLC-coated tool delivers superior surface finishes, efficient chip evacuation, and extended tool life—ideal for shops demanding consistent results across production runs.
- 3-Flute Variable Hi-Helix Design: Variable helix geometry reduces chatter and harmonics while maintaining strength. Three flutes strike a perfect balance between chip clearance and strength for non-ferrous metals, making aggressive ramping and high-speed operations feasible without sacrificing precision.
- Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coating: DLC coating has a low friction coefficient, which provides a definite advantage when machining non-ferrous materials. DLC has a low friction coefficient against aluminum alloy and excellent anti-adhering property, reducing adhesion between tool and workpiece and preventing built-up edge formation.
- Premium Carbide Construction: Solid carbide substrate with micrograin composition resists wear and handles the demanding cycles of high-speed milling without thermal stress or deflection.
- Compact 3.5mm Diameter: Precise dimensional specs ideal for detail work, contours, and finishing operations on prototypes and small-to-medium aerospace or automotive components.
- Superior Chip Evacuation: Excellent adhesion resistance results in superior chip evacuation with no curling on the body, reducing tool pressure and enabling clean, burr-free finishes on aluminum parts.
This end mill solves the most common challenge in aluminum machining: preventing chip adhesion and built-up edge while maintaining consistent surface quality. DLC-coated aluminum end mills can run at higher cutting speeds compared to uncoated tools and perform best at high speeds with aggressive chip evacuation. Whether you're fabricating enclosures, precision components, or prototypes, the variable helix geometry stabilizes cuts across multiple passes, reducing vibration and minimizing tool breakage. Lower tool wear means fewer change-outs, decreased downtime, and more predictable production schedules—delivering measurable savings on tooling costs and labor hours while maintaining the tight tolerances demanding aerospace and industrial applications require.
| Cutter Diameter (D) | 3.5 |
| Number of Flutes | 3 |
| Flute Length (L1) | 10 |
| Overall Length (L2) | 50 |
| Shank Diameter (D2) | 4 |
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We are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.
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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*.
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- 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.
For delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, or overseas locations, additional charges apply. Please see our delivery page for full details, or call us on 01732 887 334.
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Full Range: Vortex Carbide End Mills For Aluminium & Non-Ferrous - 3 Flute Variable Hi Helix - DLC Coated
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| Product SKU | Cutter Diameter (D) | Number of Flutes | Flute Length (L1) | Overall Length (L2) | Shank Diameter (D2) | Price | Stock | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO1500157 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500158 | 1.5 | 3 | 4 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500159 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500160 | 2.5 | 3 | 8 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500161 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 50 | 3 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500162 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500165 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 50 | 5 | £8.65 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500163 Viewing | 3.5 | 3 | 10 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500164 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 50 | 4 | £3.98 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500167 | 6 | 3 | 18 | 50 | 6 | £8.65 | 4-6 weeks | |
| PRO1500166 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 50 | 6 | £8.65 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500168 | 8 | 3 | 24 | 60 | 8 | £18.00 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500169 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 75 | 3 | £7.79 | 4-6 weeks | |
| PRO1500170 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 75 | 4 | £7.79 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500171 | 5 | 3 | 20 | 75 | 5 | £14.71 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500172 | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 6 | £14.71 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500173 | 8 | 3 | 30 | 75 | 8 | £27.00 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500174 | 10 | 3 | 30 | 75 | 10 | £35.48 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500176 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 100 | 3 | £9.69 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500175 | 12 | 3 | 35 | 75 | 12 | £50.54 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500178 | 5 | 3 | 20 | 100 | 5 | £20.25 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500177 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 100 | 4 | £9.69 | 4-6 weeks | |
| PRO1500179 | 6 | 3 | 25 | 100 | 6 | £20.25 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500180 | 8 | 3 | 35 | 100 | 8 | £35.58 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500181 | 10 | 3 | 40 | 100 | 10 | £52.75 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500182 | 12 | 3 | 45 | 100 | 12 | £73.28 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500183 | 16 | 3 | 45 | 100 | 16 | £102.60 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500184 | 20 | 3 | 45 | 100 | 20 | £159.23 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500185 | 6 | 3 | 25 | 150 | 6 | £32.02 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500186 | 8 | 3 | 35 | 150 | 8 | £53.48 | 4-6 weeks | |
| PRO1500187 | 10 | 3 | 45 | 150 | 10 | £83.42 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500188 | 12 | 3 | 45 | 150 | 12 | £114.75 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500190 | 20 | 3 | 55 | 150 | 20 | £251.58 | In Stock | |
| PRO1500189 | 16 | 3 | 50 | 150 | 16 | £162.42 | In Stock |
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