Engraver bit PFERD ZYAS 1020/6 Z3 — 6 mm shank, 10 mm head Ø, 60 mm length, for steel and non-ferrous metals

The PFERD ZYAS 1020/6 Z3 engraver bit is a solid carbide cylindrical burr designed for precise material removal in steel and non‑ferrous metals. With a 6 mm shank, 10 mm head diameter and 60 mm overall length, this single-piece tool is suitable for use in rotary tools and metalworking operations that require controlled cutting and finishing. The Z3 cutting geometry and circumferential plus end cutting flutes provide effective machining on steel, cast iron, stainless steel and aluminium while maintaining consistent performance. Manufactured in Germany, the tool is intended for professional workshop and industrial applications where durability and accuracy are required.

Advantages

The solid tungsten carbide construction ensures high wear resistance and dimensional stability during prolonged use. The Z3 cutting geometry delivers balanced chip evacuation and smooth cutting action, reducing clogging on softer non‑ferrous materials and providing effective material removal on harder steels. Its 6 mm shank fits common rotary tool chucks and holders, enabling straightforward mounting and stable operation. The combination of circumferential and end cutting flutes allows versatile access to surfaces and edges, supporting tasks from profiling to hole enlargement.

Suitable for

• Milling out material and shaping cavities in steel and cast iron
• Weld dressing and removal of excess weld material
• Deburring edges and cleaning up joins on aluminium and non‑ferrous metals
• Cutting out or enlarging holes and openings
• Surface work including contouring and fine profiling

Key specifications

• Tool type: cylindrical burr with circumferential and end cutting
• Material: solid tungsten carbide
• Shank diameter: 6 mm
• Head diameter: 10 mm
• Total length: 60 mm
• Cutting geometry: Z3 (three‑cut)
• Applicable materials: steel, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminium, non‑ferrous metals
• Weight: approximately 34 g (single piece)

How to use

Secure the engraver bit in the rotary tool or die grinder chuck, ensuring the 6 mm shank is clamped firmly and runs true. Select an appropriate speed for the material being machined—lower speeds for hard steels and higher speeds for softer non‑ferrous metals—while avoiding excessive feed forces. Use light, steady passes and allow the carbide flutes to remove material gradually; do not force the tool to prevent premature wear or breakage. Maintain proper cooling or lubrication when working on stainless steel or other heat‑sensitive alloys to extend tool life and improve surface finish.

Usage recommendations

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including eye and respiratory protection. Inspect the burr before use for damage and replace if chipped or excessively worn. For best results, match rotational speed and feed rate to the workpiece material and use cutting fluid where recommended to reduce heat build‑up and improve chip evacuation.