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End Mill for Copper 2 Flute Long Neck Flat End Mill

SAMHO DLC-Coated 2-Flute Long Neck Flat End Mill – High-Precision Solution for Non-Ferrous Metal Machining

Stop allowing material adhesion and process instability to reduce machining efficiency and increase tooling costs. The SAMHO Non-Ferrous Series end mills are engineered for high-precision machining of pure copper. They also deliver stable performance in aluminum alloys and engineering resin materials.

With a low-friction DLC coating and precision-ground cutting geometry, this tool effectively suppresses built-up edge (BUE) formation during copper machining. It improves surface finish quality, enhances process stability, and extends tool life.

Applicable Materials:
Optimized for pure copper (including electrolytic copper and oxygen-free copper). Also suitable for aluminum alloys and engineering plastics/resins.

Anti-Adhesion Performance:
The DLC coating reduces friction and minimizes material adhesion. This helps prevent abnormal tool wear in copper machining.

Structural Design:
The long-neck geometry maintains rigidity while improving tool clearance. It is suitable for deep cavities and micro-feature machining.

Machining Stability:
The 2-flute design improves chip evacuation and reduces cutting load. This results in smoother and more consistent machining performance.

Precision Manufacturing:
Made from fine-grain carbide and finished with precision grinding. This ensures high reliability in tight-tolerance applications.

Clamping Accuracy:
Shank diameter tolerance is controlled within 0 to +0.003 mm. This improves tool holding stability and concentricity during high-speed machining.

This tool is well suited for high-precision mold components, 3C electronic parts, and batch production environments requiring consistent non-ferrous metal machining performance.

In non-ferrous metal machining—especially precision milling of pure copper—cutting tools must meet extremely demanding requirements. They need ultra-sharp cutting edges to prevent material adhesion, along with reliable chip evacuation and long-lasting wear resistance.

The SAMHO DLC coated 2 flute long neck square end mill (D0.1–0.8 mm) is specifically engineered for this challenge. It is optimized for high-efficiency machining of pure copper and also performs exceptionally well in aluminum alloys and resin materials.

This tool is coated with high-performance DLC, which significantly reduces friction and minimizes built-up edge formation. As a result, it improves surface finish quality and extends tool life, even under demanding machining conditions.


Advanced Technical Features

High-Adhesion DLC Coating for Extended Tool Life

This tool uses proprietary DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating technology. It delivers an ultra-low coefficient of friction and excellent chemical stability, making it highly effective for precision machining of non-ferrous metals.

  • High wear resistance: Maintains a sharp cutting edge during long, continuous machining of red copper
  • Strong anti-adhesion performance: Effectively suppresses built-up edge (BUE) formation in copper machining, reducing abnormal wear
  • Excellent coating adhesion: The DLC layer remains stable on the carbide substrate, even under high-speed cutting and complex toolpaths

Long-Neck Flat-End Design for Precision Non-Ferrous Machining

The optimized long-neck geometry provides improved reach while maintaining rigidity. It is ideal for deep-cavity and micro-feature machining.

  • Optimized for copper machining: Produces clean, smooth cutting surfaces with minimal drag marks
  • Multi-material capability: Performs reliably in aluminum alloys and resin materials
  • Ideal for complex geometries: Suitable for deep slots, narrow grooves, and fine contour machining

High-Efficiency 2-Flute Design for Stable Cutting

The 2-flute structure is designed to balance chip evacuation and cutting load, improving machining stability.

  • Efficient chip removal: Reduces chip re-cutting and clogging during copper machining
  • Lower cutting load: Helps control heat generation and improves process stability
  • Improved surface finish: Minimizes burrs and surface defects caused by material adhesion

High-Strength Fine-Grain Carbide with Precision Grinding

Manufactured from high-toughness fine-grain carbide and finished with precision edge grinding, this tool ensures consistent performance in micro-scale machining.

  • High dimensional consistency: Suitable for micro-diameter and precision part production
  • Improved edge strength: Resists chipping under intermittent cutting and stress loads in copper machining
  • High repeatability: Ideal for batch production requiring stable process control

Target Applications & Industries

This series of 2 flute DLC coated long-neck flat end mills is designed for high-precision machining of non-ferrous metals. It is optimized for red copper applications and also delivers stable performance in aluminum alloys and resin materials.

Typical applications include:

  • Precision machining of red copper (including electrode copper and oxygen-free copper)
  • High-efficiency milling of aluminum alloy components
  • Precision machining of engineering plastics, resins, and composite materials
  • Deep cavity, narrow slot, and micro-feature machining
  • High-precision contouring and complex geometry machining

These DLC-coated end mills provide strong resistance to material adhesion and help maintain consistent surface finish quality. They are well suited for high-volume production of precision mold components and tight-tolerance parts.


Why Choose SAMHO as Your Wholesale Partner?

Specifically engineered for red copper machining, this tool effectively suppresses material adhesion and built-up edge (BUE). It improves machining stability and delivers a superior surface finish.

The low-friction DLC coating significantly reduces cutting resistance. It also extends tool life, making it suitable for long-duration, continuous machining operations.

The long-neck design provides an optimal balance between rigidity and clearance. It is well suited for deep cavities, narrow slots, and micro-feature machining applications.

This end mill is a reliable choice for CNC professionals who require stable mass production, consistent surface quality, and long tool life in precision machining environments.

Recommended Materials for Machining (Highly Recommended: ⭐️ | Recommended: ⭕️ | Suggested: )

Category Work Material Grade
DIE STEEL Carbon steels (S45C/S55C)
Alloy steels (SK/SCM/SUS)
Prehardened steels (NAK/HPM)
Hardened steels (~55/~60/~70HRC)
SPECIAL MATERIAL Aluminum alloys ⭕️
Graphite
Copper ⭐️
Plastics ⭕️
Carbon fiber
Titanium alloys
Heat resistant alloys
Cemented carbide
Hard brittle (non-metallic) material

2 flute flat long neck end mill

Total 34 models

Model Number Outside Diameter Length Of Cut Effective Length Shank Taper Angle Overall Length Number Of Flutes Shank Diameter In Stock
SHDLS2-001010 0.1 0.15 1 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-002005 0.2 0.3 0.5 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-002010 0.2 0.3 1 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-002015 0.2 0.3 1.5 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-003010 0.3 0.5 1 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-003015 0.3 0.5 1.5 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-003020 0.3 0.5 2 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-003030 0.3 0.5 3 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-003040 0.3 0.5 4 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-003050 0.3 0.5 5 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-004010 0.4 0.6 1 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-004020 0.4 0.6 2 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-004030 0.4 0.6 3 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-004040 0.4 0.6 4 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-005020 0.5 0.75 2 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-005030 0.5 0.75 3 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-005040 0.5 0.75 4 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-005050 0.5 0.75 5 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-005060 0.5 0.75 6 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-005080 0.5 0.75 8 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-006020 0.6 0.9 2 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-006030 0.6 0.9 3 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-006040 0.6 0.9 4 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-006060 0.6 0.9 6 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-006080 0.6 0.9 8 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-007020 0.7 1 2 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-007040 0.7 1 4 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-007060 0.7 1 6 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-007080 0.7 1 8 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-008030 0.8 1.2 3 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-008040 0.8 1.2 4 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-008060 0.8 1.2 6 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-008080 0.8 1.2 8 12° 50 2 4
SHDLS2-008100 0.8 1.2 10 12° 50 2 4

Contour Milling Parameters

(mm) Diameter (mm) Effective Length (min-1) Speed (mm/min) Feed
D 0.1 1 30000 100
D 0.2 0.5 36000 400
D 0.2 1 32000 300
D 0.2 1.5 28000 300
D 0.3 1 36000 500
D 0.3 1.5 36000 400
D 0.3 2 32000 350
D 0.3 3 26000 200
D 0.3 4 22000 150
D 0.3 5 20000 100
D 0.4 1 36000 700
D 0.4 2 36000 600
D 0.4 3 32000 400
D 0.4 4 26000 300
D 0.5 2 36000 800
D 0.5 3 32000 700
D 0.5 4 26000 500
D 0.5 5 20000 400
D 0.5 6 16000 300
D 0.5 8 14000 200
D 0.6 2 32000 800
D 0.6 3 30000 800
D 0.6 4 26000 700
D 0.6 6 20000 400
D 0.6 8 14000 200
D 0.7 2 32000 1000
D 0.7 4 26000 1000
D 0.7 6 20000 600
D 0.7 8 14000 300
D 0.8 3 30000 1300
D 0.8 4 24000 1100
D 0.8 6 20000 900
D 0.8 8 16000 600
D 0.8 10 12000 300

Note:
Decrease both spindle speed and feed rate proportionally when the milling parameters exceed the machine’s maximum
spindle speed;

*Recommend oil coolant for Stainless Steels and Heat Resistance Alloys;

*Recommend using a non-contact measuring device to avoid damaging the precision tip point;

*Decrease both spindle speed and feed rate proportionally in case of chattering.

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