Product Overview
The CGS Tool BN5318 is a 3/8" diameter 3-flute solid carbide ball end mill from the Ferocious 3x BN5300 Series, built specifically for aluminum and non-ferrous contour milling where chip evacuation and feed rate matter as much as the finish. This isn't a general-purpose tool — it's engineered for the specific demands of non-ferrous material at higher feeds.
The .1875" radius gives a smooth ball-end profile for curved work and pocket blending, while the variable helix, variable pitch, and wiper end geometry work together to knock down chatter and support a cleaner finish even when you're pushing feed rates. That combination makes the BN5318 a strong pick for aluminum, copper, brass, non-ferrous materials, plastics, and composites where stock removal speed is a priority.
Tool Specifications:
- Diameter: 3/8"
- Shank: 3/8"
- Length of Cut (LOC): 1"
- Overall Length (OAL): 2-1/2"
- Flutes: 3 - Ball End
- Material: Solid Carbide
- Coating: Uncoated
- Radius: .1875"
- Series: CGS BN5300 / Ferocious 3x Series
- Part No: BN5318
Key Performance Features:
- 3-flute ball end profile built for non-ferrous contour milling
- .1875" radius handles smooth rounded profile work
- Wiper end geometry improves surface finish quality
- Variable helix and variable pitch cut down on chatter and harmonics
- Designed to hold up under strong feeds and efficient stock removal
- Best suited to aluminum, copper, brass, non-ferrous materials, plastics, and composites
