Solid Carbide Straight, Zirconium Nitride (ZrN) Coated Soft Aluminum Cutting Router Bits

51452 Soft Aluminum Cutting 1/4 Dia x 1/4 x 1/4 Shank Single Flute Up-Cut (Up Shear) Solid Carbide ZrN Coated

#51452

Specification
DirectionUp-Cut
(D) Diameter1/4
(B) Cutting Height1/4
(d) Shank1/4
Overall Length (L)2
Max RPM28,000
Recommended RPM14,000
Flutes1

Solid carbide single flute aluminum router bits, Zirconium Nitride (ZrN) coated, are especially designed to cut soft grades of aluminum sheet, (3003 grade) to achieve a satisfactory finished edge.

Excellent for Cutting

  • Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS)
  • Aluminum sheet (3003 grade)
  • Aluminum 5052
  • Brass
  • Bronze
  • Copper
  • Fomex® with Aluminum Face
  • Gold
  • Non-Ferrous Metals
  • Polycarbonate (Lexan™)
  • Silver

Recommendation: Use the slowest suggested feed rates and the shortest bits necessary for cutting and routing Lexan™.

Benefits of ZrN Coating
  • Creates a harder and tougher cutting edge allows for a prolonged cutting edge life and helps to prevent the build-up of material in the flutes while cutting
  • High resistance to wear
  • Extended tool life
  • Less friction & heat buildup
  • High resistance to wear

Soft Aluminum Cutting Speed and Feed Chart

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