1/8" CNC Up-Cut End Mill – 1/4" Shank

Heat of Summer Sale - 20% Off We’re turning up the savings on select Cyclone Bits products for a limited time. 1/8" Up-Cut End Mill Tungsten Carbide • Nano Blue Coated Overview Built for efficient chip evacuation and clean bottom-edge finishes in pockets, slots, and deeper cuts. The up-cut geometry pulls chips up and out of the cut to help reduce heat buildup, while the rigid 1/4" shank improves stability on spindle-driven CNC machines. Best For Pocketing Slotting Deeper cuts Efficient material clearing Why Choose It Strong chip evacuation for deeper cuts Clean bottom surfaces in pockets and slots Helps reduce heat vs. down-cut tools Rigid shank improves stability and accuracy Starting Parameters Small-diameter tools work best with higher RPM and controlled feed rates. Spindle: 18,000–24,000 RPM Feed: 100–180 IPM Plunge: 30–60 IPM Cut Strategy: Use shallow stepdowns and avoid overloading the tool Compatible Materials Hardwood Softwood MDF Plastics Aluminum with light passes and good chip clearing Specifications Tool Type: Up-Cut End Mill Flutes: 2 Cutting Diameter: 1/8" Cutting Length: 0.87" Shank Diameter: 1/4" Overall Length: 2.36" Material: Tungsten Carbide Coating: Nano Blue Notes May cause top-surface tear-out on veneered materials Often paired with a down-cut or compression bit for finishing Ideal for pockets, slots, and efficient chip clearing