1/4" CNC Down-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. 1/4" Down-Cut End Mill Tungsten Carbide • Nano Blue Coated Overview Built for clean top-edge finishes where surface quality matters more than chip evacuation. The down-cut geometry pushes chips into the cut to help minimize tear-out, making it a strong choice for visible edges, final passes, and veneered materials. Nano Blue coating improves heat resistance and tool life. Best For Clean top-edge finishes Visible edges and final passes Plywood and veneered materials Laminated sheet goods Why Choose It Leaves a very clean top surface Helps reduce tear-out Great control on plywood and veneers Ideal when finish matters most Starting Parameters Down-cut tools trap chips, so lighter passes work best. Spindle: 16,000–20,000 RPM Feed: 120–200 IPM Plunge: 40–60 IPM Cut Strategy: Use shallow passes and steady feed rates to avoid chip packing Compatible Materials Plywood and veneered plywood MDF Hardwood Softwood Laminated materials Specifications Tool Type: Down-Cut End Mill Flutes: 2 Cutting Diameter: 1/4" Cutting Length: 1.5" Shank Diameter: 1/4" Overall Length: 2.75" Material: Tungsten Carbide Coating: Nano Blue Notes Not ideal for deep pocketing due to chip evacuation limits Use dust collection to reduce chip buildup For through-cuts, pair with an up-cut or compression bit when needed