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UltraBIT Mother-of-Pearl / Shell  / Soft Stone Cutters (MS3I8) - (0.125" shank )
After years of experimenting with different flute geometries, tip designs and cutting parameters, we finally have a cutter that is optimized for high-speed cutting of natural mother-of-pearl and abalone. Superior bit life and fracture-free edges with no chipping or flaking are the result of a cutter geometry that is precisely tuned to the machining properties of natural shell products. The tools are designed specifically for use in CNC based cutters where relatively high, uniform feed rates can be maintained.

Our older, 3-flute chip-breaker design, which has found a home in tile-cutting and soft-stone carving, as well as the hand shaping of mother of pearl and abalone, will continue to provide a low cost alternative to hobbyists, model makers, and instrument repair professionals.

Optimized
Natural Shell
Cutter
 


Specifications

  • Geometry - 3 flute, 1/8 in. shank, modified fish tail-point
  • Length - 1.5 in. ±0.010 in.
  • Diameter - nominal"  ±0.0005 in.
  • Shank dia. - 0.1250 in. (3.18 mm) +0.00, -0.0002 in.
  • Runout (TIR) - ±0.0002 in.
  • Max. depth of cut - EFL varies by diameter ±0.005 in.
  • Material - solid submicrograin carbide
  • Ring Set - 0.800 in. ±0.002 in. (optional)
  • Operating RPM - CNC certified operation 20k RPM to 100k RPM
  • Go to: Feeds & speeds

Notes



B
enefits

  • Modified fish-tail point eliminates  backside breakout and splintering
  • High flute volume supports high feed rates / chip loads
  • 3-Flute design eliminates chatter at high feed rates
  • 3-Flute design brings the rigidity and precision of a stub mill to a high-aspect ratio milling cutter.
  • Optimized cutting edge geometry (shell / stone cutter) designed for efficient debris removal and smooth side wall formation

Applications

  • Mother of pearl logos for musical instruments
  • Pool cue inlay parts and pockets
  • Pool table sights
  • Custom cabinetry
  • Intarsia
  • Ceramic tile, marble, and soapstone shaping and carving

US$50 Minimum Order

Item # Description Unit Price Depth Ring Enter Qty.
MS3I8-0100-006F  0.0100 in. (0.254 mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.020 in DOC, 0.060 in. max reach   $26.99   
MS3I8-0120-007F  0.0120 in. (0.305 mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.020 in DOC, 0.070 in. max reach, 1/8" shank, fish-tail upcut style, solid submicrograin carbide bit, 1.50 in. OAL   $26.99   
MS3I8-0156-006F  0.0156 in. (0.396 mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.060 in. max DOC   $21.49   
MS3I8-0156-006FC  0.0156 in. (0.396 mm) ZrN coated 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.060 in. max DOC   $24.79   
MS3I8-0156-013F  0.0156 in. (0.396 mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.032in DOC, 0.125 in. max reach   $26.99   
MS3I8-0200-008F  0.0200in. (0.508 mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.080 in. max DOC   $20.24   
MS3I8-0200-008FC  0.0200in. (0.508 mm) ZrN coated 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.080 in. max DOC   $23.54   
MS3I8-0230-013F  0.0230 in. (0.584 mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.060 in DOC, 0.125 in. max reach   $23.71   
MS3I8-0250-010F  0.0250in. (0.635mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.100 in. max DOC   $23.71   
MS3I8-0313-013F  1/32 in. (0.0313 in, 0.795mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.125 in. max DOC   $15.95   
MS3I8-0313-013FC  1/32 in (0.0313 in, 0.795mm) ZrN coated 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.125 in. max DOC   $19.25   
MS3I8-0625-013F  1/16 in (0.0625in, 1.588mm) 3-flute optimized natural shell cutter, 0.125 in. max DOC   $12.51   
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