What is a keyway end mill?
Since there is a "keyway standard" defined by JIS for keyways, it is recommended that you check the width and depth of the keyway before machining before selecting a tool.
OSG has dedicated end mills for keyway processing in high-speed (EKD), coated high-speed (TIN, V) and carbide (MG).
Features of Keyway Tool EKD
(1) Tool blade diameter tolerance can be selected
OH1: 0~+0.02mm
OL1: 0~-0.02mm
OL2: -0.02~-0.04mm
OL3: -0.04~-0.06mm
(2) low helix Suppresses the amount of decay due to its shape
General Use High End Mill (EDS) |
Keyway End Mill (EKD) |
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Helix angle: 30° |
Helix angle: 15° |