When it comes to machining aluminum, it’s not a simple task. There are many grades of aluminum, all of which have different recommended machining techniques. This tool tip helps break down some of the different grades of aluminum and our recommendations for tooling and surface feet per minute.
Topics: Advanced Performance End Mills, End Mills, high speed machining, tool tip, effective feed rates, high performance, high performance end mills, advanced performance, aluminum, 2024 grade aluminum, 6061 aluminum, 7050 aluminum, 1100 grade aluminum, 7075 aluminum, cast aluminum
Fullerton Tool has partnered with HAIMER USA, the market leader in tool holding technology, as a licensee of HAIMER's Safe-Lock System. We are now offering our advanced performance end mills with the HAIMER Safe-Lock System.
Topics: Advanced Performance End Mills, haimer, safe-lock system, safe-lock, high performance, high performance end mills, partnerships, advanced performance
It should come as no surprise that we eat, sleep and breathe tools here at Fullerton. Nothing makes us happier than a tool that can handle some serious chip loads while providing superior finishes. With that said, we’re very excited about our latest tool – the Fantom 2.0. This is our second-generation end mill for the Fantom series and there is a whole lot to love about this tool, so much that we’ve compiled a list of the 5 reasons why we love the Fantom 2.0 – and you should, too!
Topics: Advanced Performance End Mills, Medical, Recreational, End Mills, Fantom 2.0, Aerospace, Firearms, Heavy Equipment, Small Engine, Automotive, Mold & Die, Power Generation
We receive a lot of questions when it comes to high speed machining, but one of the most common questions we receive is “how many flutes do I need on my end mill?”. Of course, the number of flutes on your end mill is dependent on your machining needs, but we have put together a quick list to help guide you in the right direction for your high speed machining needs.
Topics: Advanced Performance End Mills, End Mills, high speed machining, Tool Tips