Description
0.5 mm Carbide End Mill by Kyocera PCB are high-quality, cost-efficient tools for microfluidic prototyping. Suited for milling microchannels 0.5 mm to 0.8 mm in width. Use these tools for consistent microfluidic channels.
| Diameter | 0.5 mm (0.0197") |
| Number of Flutes | 2 |
| Length of Cut | 2 mm (0.0787") |
| Overall Length | 38 mm (1.5") |
| Shank Size | 3.175 mm (1/8") |
| Cut Direction | Up Cut |
| End Style | Square, Flat |
| Flute Direction | Right Hand |
| Helix | 30.0° |
| Material | Solid Carbide |
| Materials Cut | Acrylic (PMMA), Polycarbonate |
| Kyocera PN | 1600.0197.079 |
Speeds and feeds below are for reference only and require further optimization for improved surface finish or efficient machining times. Results may vary depending on CNC, plastic manufacturer, and tools used.
| Material | Extruded Acrylic | |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 20,000 | |
| Cutting Feedrate (mm/min) | 200-400 | |
| Plunge Feedrate (mm/min) | 200 | |
| Max Roughing Stepdown (mm) | 0.2 |
