SpeTool 6mm Ball Nose End Mill
End Mill Ball Nose

SpeTool 6mm Ball Nose End Mill

SpeTool

$9.49

Overview

SpeTool's 6mm ball nose is the metric equivalent for 3D carving work. Essential for CNC machines with 6mm collets, it provides the same 3D carving capabilities as the 1/4-inch version. Use it for roughing passes in relief carvings and 3D topographic maps.

Best for

3D carving on metric-collet CNC machines.

Specifications

Shank Diameter

6mm

Cutting Diameter

6mm

Flute Count

2

Material

Solid Carbide

Coating

Uncoated

Type

Ball Nose

Material Compatibility

Wood Plywood MDF Acrylic Foam

Not rated for aluminum. Use a ZrN or DLC coated single-flute end mill for aluminum cutting.

Pros

  • Perfect for 6mm collet machines
  • Good for 3D roughing
  • Affordable carbide
  • Handles hardwoods well

Cons

  • Requires 6mm collet
  • Not for fine detail
  • Visible scallops without fine stepover
  • Not for flat-bottom cuts