Re: Single flute end mill.

Yes I have also heard of O (zero?) flute cutters. They apparently work
better than single flute but are more expensive. When used on a router
table, the surface finish is similar to what you would get on a
machining center. At least thats what I am told by somone using them.
I'll have to make the drive over to his shop and see for myself.
P.S. thanks to all who responded. The bits I was asking about are true
upcutting spiral end mills, not straight wood bits, but thanks for the
replies anyway.
Dean


--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "ballendo <ballendo@y...>"
<ballendo@y...> wrote:

> Dean,
>
> Walter Hartlauer in Oregon will have 'em.
>
> Onsrud cutter will also. (and likely have the most diverse sizes and
> styles; such as spiral flute, etc. They are a major supplier of bits
> to industrial users.)
>
> I think Southeast tools' latest catalog had 'em.
>
> Hope this helps,
>
> Ballendo
>
> P.S. Plastic "o-flute" cutters will work well for aluminum routing.
> That is to say these cutters were made originally FOR plastic, NOT
> that they ARE plastic<G>
>
>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "deanc500
> <deancouillard@s...>" <deancouillard@s...> wrote:
> > Anyone know where I can find single flute end mills? Apparently they
> > work great on aluminum, especially on a high speed spindle like a
> > router table.
> >
> > Thanks
> > Dean