Shoulder milling generates two faces simultaneously, which requires peripheral milling in combination with face milling.
Achieving a true, ninety degree shoulder, is one of the most important requirements.
Shoulder milling can be performed by traditional square shoulder cutters, and also by using end milling cutters, long edge cutters and side and face milling cutters. Due to these numerous options, it is essential to consider the operational requirements carefully to make an optimal choice.
Shoulder face mills of conventional designs are often capable of milling “true”, 90 degree shallow shoulders.
Achieving a true, ninety degree shoulder, is one of the most important requirements.
Shoulder milling can be performed by traditional square shoulder cutters, and also by using end milling cutters, long edge cutters and side and face milling cutters. Due to these numerous options, it is essential to consider the operational requirements carefully to make an optimal choice.
Shoulder face mills of conventional designs are often capable of milling “true”, 90 degree shallow shoulders.
- First choice cutter is the accurate and light cutting CoroMill 490. This cutter provides the precision for milling deeper shoulders by using repeated passes with very limited cusps.
- CoroMill 390 cutter product range offers a wide range of inserts, in particular a complete series of inserts with corner radii, which contribute to its success as a general purpose cutter. It is also the first choice cutter for shallow, heavy duty shoulder milling.
- CoroMill Century is the first choice cutter for high speed finishing of aluminium, but is also suitable for milling other materials.
- Many shoulder mills are universal cutters, and can be used advantageously for making holes. They offer a good alternative to face milling cutters when milling axially deflecting surfaces or for milling close to vertical faces.