End Mill Ball Nose
SpeTool 1/16" Ball Nose End Mill
SpeTool
$8.99
Overview
SpeTool's tiny 1/16-inch ball nose is for the most detailed 3D carving work. The minuscule cutting diameter produces incredibly fine surface resolution in 3D reliefs, allowing for photographic-quality carving when combined with very fine stepovers. Essential for lithophanes, miniature carvings, and final detail passes.
Best for
Ultra-fine 3D detail finishing passes and miniature carving.
Specifications
Shank Diameter
1/8"
Cutting Diameter
1/16"
Flute Count
2
Material
Solid Carbide
Coating
Uncoated
Type
Ball Nose
Material Compatibility
Wood Wax Foam Soft plastics Acrylic
Not rated for aluminum. Use a ZrN or DLC coated single-flute end mill for aluminum cutting.
Pros
- Ultra-fine detail resolution
- Essential for lithophanes
- Creates nearly photographic 3D surfaces
- Affordable despite small size
Cons
- Extremely fragile - breaks easily
- Very slow material removal
- Requires precise machine calibration
- Only suitable for finishing passes