Milling cutter set YATO YT-61711 — for aluminium and steel, 6 mm shank

YATO YT-61711 milling cutter set is designed for machining aluminium and steel in workshop and light industrial environments. The cutters have a 6 mm shank diameter and are intended for use in routers, CNC machines and other toolholders that accept a 6 mm shank. The set is suitable for cutting, shaping and finishing metal and non-ferrous parts where controlled material removal and surface quality are required.

Advantages

The cutters are made for consistent cutting performance on aluminium and steel, providing a balance between material removal rate and surface finish. The 6 mm shank ensures compatibility with a wide range of routers and CNC collets. The set simplifies tool selection for small to medium machining tasks by offering appropriately sized cutters for common operations in light metalworking.

Suitable for

• Routing and profiling aluminium components
• Light milling and shaping of steel parts
• Fine finishing and deburring of metal edges
• Use in compact routers and CNC machines with 6 mm collets
• Workshop repairs, prototypes and small-batch production

Key specifications

• Shank diameter: 6 mm
• Suitable materials: aluminium, steel
• Application: cutting, shaping, finishing metal parts
• Intended use: routers and CNC machines with 6 mm toolholders
• Typical environments: workshops, light industrial use, prototyping

How to use

Select a cutter from the set that matches the required cut profile and ensure the router or CNC machine is switched off before fitting. Secure the 6 mm shank in the collet or toolholder, tighten according to the machine manufacturer's torque recommendations and confirm concentricity. Set appropriate spindle speed and feed rate for aluminium or steel, taking into account cutter geometry and material thickness. Run test cuts on scrap material to verify settings before machining the workpiece, and perform finishing passes as needed to achieve the desired surface quality.

Usage recommendations

Use appropriate personal protective equipment and machine guards. For aluminium, use higher spindle speeds and moderate feeds to avoid built-up edge; for steel, reduce speed and increase feed per tooth as needed. Apply suitable cutting fluid or air blast when machining steel to extend cutter life and improve chip evacuation. Inspect cutters regularly for wear and replace when edge degradation affects finish or accuracy.