{"product_id":"0-0984-2-5mm-x-15mm-loc-rainbow-dlc-single-o-flute-carbide-end-mill-down-cut-1-8-shank-mo-176","title":"0.0984\" (2.5mm) x 15mm LOC Rainbow DLC Single O-Flute Carbide End Mill, Down Cut, 1\/8\" Shank | MO-176","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.0984\" (2.50mm) x 15mm LOC Rainbow DLC-Coated Single O-Flute Carbide End Mill, Down Cut, 1\/8\" Shank – MO-176\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRainbow DLC-coated single O-flute solid carbide end mill\u003c\/strong\u003e features a \u003cstrong\u003e0.0984\" (2.50mm) cutting diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e15mm length of cut\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esingle O-flute geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a standard \u003cstrong\u003e1\/8\" shank\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is designed for precision CNC routing, milling, profiling, slotting, and trimming in plastics, wood, and suitable non-ferrous materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eO-flute geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e provides generous chip space and efficient chip control, making it especially well suited for machining \u003cstrong\u003eacrylic, plastics, PVC, wood, and wood-based materials\u003c\/strong\u003e. It may also be used for \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum and suitable non-ferrous metals\u003c\/strong\u003e when proper feeds, speeds, chip clearing, and workholding are used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRainbow DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a low-friction, wear-resistant cutting surface designed to help reduce material adhesion and improve wear resistance compared with an otherwise similar uncoated cutter. The distinctive multicolor finish is characteristic of this coated tool and may vary slightly in appearance from tool to tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edown-cut design\u003c\/strong\u003e directs chips downward into the cut and helps press the workpiece toward the table during machining. This geometry is especially useful when a clean \u003cstrong\u003etop-edge finish\u003c\/strong\u003e is important and can help reduce lifting or breakout on the upper surface of suitable materials. Because chips are directed downward rather than pulled upward, adequate chip clearing is important, especially in deeper slots and enclosed cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcrylic and plastic machining\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePVC cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWood and wood-based material routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSignmaking and plastic fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAluminum routing and milling when properly set up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable non-ferrous material cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfiling and contouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlotting and edge trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplications where a clean top-edge finish is important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTool Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRainbow DLC coating provides a low-friction, wear-resistant cutting surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle O-flute geometry provides generous chip space for efficient chip control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWell suited for acrylic, plastics, PVC, wood, aluminum, and suitable non-ferrous materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDown-cut geometry directs chips downward and helps press the workpiece toward the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps promote a clean top-edge finish in suitable routing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15mm LOC provides extended cutting depth for deeper profiling, trimming, and slotting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSquare end geometry is suitable for slotting, profiling, trimming, and general routing work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid carbide construction provides rigidity and wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 1\/8\" shank fits many compact CNC routers and precision collet setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eMO-176\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eSolid Carbide End Mill\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eCutting Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003e0.0984\" \/ 2.50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eLength of Cut \/ Flute Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003e15mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003e1.50\" (38.1mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eFlutes\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eGeometry\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eO-Flute\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eEnd Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eSquare End\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eCut Direction\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eDown Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003e1\/8\" (3.175mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eSolid Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eFinish \/ Coating\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #d8d8d8;\"\u003eRainbow DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) Coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f5f5; border:1px solid #d8d8d8; padding:14px; margin-top:18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eNeed help choosing starting settings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drillbitsunlimited.com\/pages\/carbide-end-mill-feed-speed-calculator\" style=\"color:#0066cc !important; font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ecarbide end mill feed and speed calculator →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f5f5; border:1px solid #d8d8d8; padding:14px; margin-top:18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eLooking for more O-flute carbide end mills?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Shop additional sizes and configurations here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drillbitsunlimited.com\/collections\/o-flute-end-mills\" style=\"color:#0066cc !important; font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eO-flute end mills →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Drill Bits Unlimited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67615373263077,"sku":"MO-176","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3082\/2885\/files\/mo-176-gallery.jpg?v=1791228843","url":"https:\/\/drillbitsunlimited.com\/products\/0-0984-2-5mm-x-15mm-loc-rainbow-dlc-single-o-flute-carbide-end-mill-down-cut-1-8-shank-mo-176","provider":"Drill Bits Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}