Best Carbide - Extra Long Series Ball Nose Slot Drill 16mm (2 Flute)

Heavy-Duty Extra Long Series Ball Nose Slot Drill

The Best Carbide Extra Long Series Ball Nose Slot Drill 16 mm (2 Flute, Uncoated) is built for large-scale profiling, deep cavity machining, and precise 3D surface finishing. Featuring a ball nose geometry with an 8 mm radius, it produces smooth curved blends and accurate finishes. The 2-flute design optimizes chip evacuation during long-reach cutting, while its solid carbide body delivers maximum rigidity, durability, and dimensional stability in demanding machining conditions.

Specifications:

🔹 Tool Series: 317
🔹 Type: Universal Application Carbide End Mills – Long Length
🔹 Geometry: 2 Flute – Ball nose
🔹 Material: Solid carbide metal drill bit / end mill body
🔹 Cutting Diameter (D1): 16 mm
🔹 Shank Diameter (D2): 16 mm
🔹 Length of Cut (L.O.C.): 75 mm
🔹 Overall Length (O.A.L.): 150 mm
🔹 Radius: 8 mm (ball nose)
🔹 Reference Number: 3172160

Key Features & Benefits:

✔ Extra Long Length – Ideal for deep cavities and extended reach applications
✔ Ball Nose Geometry – Provides smooth blending and accurate 3D finishing
✔ 2-Flute Configuration – Ensures efficient chip evacuation and consistent feed
✔ Solid Carbide – Maximum rigidity, strength, and wear resistance
✔ Uncoated – Flexible, cost-effective option for a wide range of machining tasks

Applications:

✅ Heavy-duty 3D profiling and contour machining
✅ Mold and die work requiring deep cavity finishing
✅ Aerospace, automotive, and industrial engineering

Why Choose?

✔ Designed for stability in long-reach machining
✔ Robust solid carbide body ensures durability
✔ Professional-grade tool for large and complex components