220 Series

Tool 220m080C

3D profiling in aluminum has a specific chip control problem. The curved contact surface changes engagement constantly, and aluminum tends to weld to the edge.

The 220 Series is a 2-flute solid carbide ball nose end mill for contouring and profiling in aluminum, copper, and plastics.
Two flutes maximize chip clearance at the cutting zone, giving aluminum chips room to exit before adhesion becomes a factor.
The TiB₂ coating adds a hard, low-friction surface that reduces aluminum buildup on the cutting edge.
This titanium diboride coating maintains sharpness longer in these softer materials where galling typically limits tool life.
The 8" cutting diameter handles larger radius curves and broader surface passes in one operation.
Ball nose geometry distributes cutting forces across the spherical tip rather than concentrating them at sharp corners.