Description
1/16″ Tapered Ball Nose
Tungsten Carbide • Nano Blue Coated
Overview
Built for ultra-fine detail work where precision and surface finish matter most. The tapered body adds rigidity over straight 1/16″ cutters, allowing cleaner results, deeper reach, and reduced chatter during high-resolution 3D carving and finishing passes.
Best For
- High-detail 3D reliefs
- Fine contours and textures
- Finishing passes
- Detailed carving in wood and plastics
Why Choose It
- Fine tip for detailed work
- Tapered body improves rigidity and tool life
- Reduces chatter vs. straight micro-tools
- Ideal for long, light finishing passes
Starting Parameters
This is a finishing tool. Use light cuts and small stepovers for best results.
- Spindle: 20,000–24,000 RPM
- Feed: 50–120 IPM
- Plunge: 15–30 IPM
- Cut Strategy: Use very small stepovers for smooth finishes
Compatible Materials
- Hardwood
- Softwood
- MDF
- Plastics
Specifications
- Tool Type: Tapered Ball Nose
- Flutes: 2
- Tip Diameter: 1/16″
- Cutting Length: 1.77″
- Shank Diameter: 1/4″
- Overall Length: 3.15″
- Material: Tungsten Carbide
- Coating: Nano Blue
Notes
- Designed for finishing, not roughing
- Keep stepovers light to prevent overload
- Consistent spindle RPM improves finish
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