Cutting Tool Geometry
Available in drill point, radical fish-point, shallow fish-tail, radiused, ball, "V" point, and "Y" point. See related article (Point Styles).
PreciseBits tools are available in 1,2,3,4, and 5 flute styles.
In general, the greater flute volume of single flute and two flute designs make them preferable in applications that demand aggressive debris removal. Three flutes bits offer greater stiffness and freedom from resonant chatter at the cost of reduced flute volume and poor performance cutting materials that tend to melt or "fluff up" when cut.
The length of the fluted portion of the tool is often referred to as the cutting length, Effective Flute Length (EFL) or Depth Of Cut (DOC). Since both "cutting length" and "Effective Flute Length" are subject to various interpretations between manufacturers, we use the less ambiguous "Depth Of Cut" or DOC in all of our product specifications.
Non-cutting portion of the flute that allows for additional bit plunging.
Tapered section between the shank and the flute extension.
Plastic collars pressed onto the shank that are used to precisely set the depth of cut. Often used in systems with automatic tool changers. See related article (Depth Setting Rings)
The diameter of the tool that inserts into the chuck or collet. 3mm, 0.125", 0.1875", 0.250" and 0.375" dia. shank tools are currently available.
Makes bit loading easier and reduces collet wear.