Reliable Performance Across Materials and Applications

The General Purpose Series from CGS Tool offers a complete line of 2-flute, 3-flute, and 4-flute carbide end mills designed for a wide range of milling operations. Built from premium micro grain carbide and available in both inch and metric sizes, these tools are the perfect balance of quality, affordability, and versatility for everyday machining.

Key Features of the General Purpose Series

2, 3 & 4-Flute Options – Wide selection of flute counts for optimized performance in slotting, profiling, contouring, and finishing.
Square, Ball, and Corner Radius Styles – Standard geometries for virtually any milling application.
30° Helix Design – Balanced cutting geometry for general-purpose milling.
Bright (Uncoated) and ALTiN Coating – Choose between cost-effective uncoated tools or ALTiN-coated options for longer tool life and heat resistance.
Specialty Tools Available – Includes drill mills, profile mills, and double-end mills for multipurpose applications.
Custom Options – Special sizes, lengths, and radii available upon request.

Tool Styles Available

Square End Mills – 2, 3, and 4 flute, in stub, standard, long, and extra-long lengths.
Ball End Mills – 2 and 4 flute, for contouring and 3D machining.
Corner Radius End Mills – 2 and 4 flute, for stronger edges and extended tool life.
Drill Mills – 2 and 4 flute, 90° point design for spotting, countersinking, drilling, chamfering, and side milling.
Profile Mills – 2 and 4 flute options for deep pocketing and contour milling.
Double-End Mills – Square and ball options available, with 2 or 4 flutes, offering two tools in one.

Performance Benefits

Everyday Milling Reliability – Perfect for general-purpose use across a variety of materials.
Flexible Geometry Options – Multiple flute counts and tool styles for roughing, slotting, finishing, and profiling.
Cost-Effective Solution – Designed to balance affordability and performance without sacrificing quality.
Extended Tool Life with Coatings – ALTiN-coated tools withstand higher temperatures for longer runs.

Why Choose CGS Tool General Purpose Series?

Made in the USA from premium carbide with tight tolerances (+.000”/-.001” for small diameters; +.000”/-.002” for larger sizes).
Wide availability of inch and metric tools for global machining compatibility.
Supported by CGS Tool’s custom tooling solutions for specialized needs.
Trusted by machinists for consistent performance in general-purpose milling.