Snail Tools HSS M2 Four Flute End Mill (8.0mm Dia)

Standard HSS M2 End Mill (8.0mm Dia) for General Purpose Milling of Steel and Ferrous Materials in Canada.

The Snail Tools HSS M2 Four Flute End Mill (8.0mm Dia) is a standard, robust, general-purpose cutting tool primarily used for milling and finishing operations in conventional machines and CNC applications. The HSS M2 material is a widely used high-speed steel grade known for its excellent balance of wear resistance and toughness.¹ The four-flute geometry provides superb rigidity and a high-quality surface finish, making it suitable for peripheral milling and finishing in mild steel, carbon steel, and cast iron. This reliable cutter is an economical and versatile choice for various job shop applications across Ontario and the GTA.

Key Features & General Machining

• Design: 4 Flutes (Quad Flute) – Offers maximum tool rigidity and a high number of cutting edges engaged, resulting in excellent control and a smoother surface finish in finishing passes.

• Material: HSS M2 (High-Speed Steel, Molybdenum Grade) – A highly versatile and economical material providing good hardness, wear resistance, and red hardness (retains sharpness at elevated temperatures).²

• Diameter: 8.0 mm Cut Diameter (D) – A common standard size suitable for a wide range of slotting, profiling, and finishing work.

• Application: Ideal for general-purpose finishing, light slotting, and contouring on ferrous materials where machine stability or material hardness does not strictly require cobalt or solid carbide.

Technical Specifications

Trust Snail Tools for economical, reliable performance in your general-purpose steel machining needs.