Cutting Mill / End Mill EXO PRO Z with Cemented Carbide Tip, Cylindrical (WALEC), 5.0 mm

EXO PRO Z cylindrical end mill with a 5.0 mm diameter and a cemented carbide cutting tip is designed for milling and cutting operations in metalworking and comparable materials. The tool features a hard-facing carbide tip mounted on a cylindrical body, providing a balance between wear resistance and dimensional stability for profile, slot and finishing operations. The geometry supports precise cutting with reduced edge wear compared with standard high-speed steel tips, making it suitable for tasks that require consistent results and longer tool life.

Advantages

The cemented carbide tip offers higher hardness and thermal resistance than conventional HSS, resulting in improved wear resistance and longer intervals between tool changes. The cylindrical shank provides stable clamping and concentricity for accurate machining. The tool’s design reduces burr formation and helps maintain surface finish quality during finishing and light roughing operations. Its compact 5.0 mm diameter allows access to narrow slots and detailed profiles.

Suitable for

• Profile milling and contouring in metal components
• Slotting and keyway machining in steel and non-ferrous alloys
• Finishing passes where surface quality is important
• Light roughing operations with carbide tip wear resistance

Key specifications

• Tool type: cylindrical end mill (wałec)
• Cutting tip material: cemented carbide
• Shank/diameter: 5.0 mm cutting diameter
• Application: milling, profiling, slotting, finishing, light roughing
• Typical materials: steels, stainless steels, non-ferrous alloys

How to use

Mount the EXO PRO Z end mill in a properly rated collet or tool holder ensuring secure clamping and good concentricity. Select spindle speed and feed rate appropriate for the workpiece material and the carbide tip—higher cutting speeds and moderate feeds are generally effective for carbide-tipped tools. Use coolant or appropriate cutting fluid when recommended for the machined material to improve tool life and chip evacuation. Inspect the cutting edge periodically and replace the tool when wear affects dimensional accuracy or surface finish.

Usage recommendations

For best results, set speeds and feeds based on material-specific guidelines for carbide tooling, avoid excessive radial engagement on finishing passes, and use steady coolant flow when machining heat-sensitive alloys. Store the tool in a clean, dry environment to prevent corrosion of the shank and contamination of the carbide tip.