DC-2512 1/8" Down-Cut End Mill

1/8" Down-Cut End Mill

Tungsten Carbide with Nano Blue Coating

Overview
This 1/8" down-cut end mill is designed for clean top-edge finishes and fine detail work. The down-cut geometry pushes chips downward into the cut, helping prevent tear-out on the top surface of the material, which makes it ideal for visible parts, inlays, and precision profiling.

Constructed from solid tungsten carbide and finished with a Nano Blue coating, this bit is well suited for spindle-driven CNC machines where stable RPM and smooth motion matter most.

Why Use This Bit

• Excellent top-surface finish with minimal tear-out

• Ideal for fine details, small pockets, and profiles

• Nano Blue coating improves heat resistance and tool life

• Strong 1/4" shank provides added rigidity compared to reduced-shank tools

Spindle RPM & Feed Guidance
Smaller diameter tools require higher RPM and lighter cuts:

• RPM: 18,000 – 24,000

• Feed Rate: 80 – 150 IPM

• Plunge Rate: 25 – 50 IPM

Use conservative depths of cut and avoid chip packing by clearing slots frequently.

Best Applications

• Plywood and veneered sheet goods

• Hardwood and softwood

• MDF

• Plastics

Specifications

• Flutes: 2

• Cutting Diameter: 1/8"

• Cutting Length: 0.87"

• Shank Diameter: 1/4"

• Overall Length: 2.36"

Notes

• Down-cut tools can pack chips in deep slots, use lighter passes

• Not recommended for aggressive deep pocketing without clearing moves

• Excellent choice for finishing passes and detailed work