Description
What Is a TCT Side and Face Milling Cutter?
A TCT Side and Face Milling Cutter is a disc-type milling cutter with brazed tungsten carbide cutting tips on the peripheral and side cutting edges.
It is designed for machining deep slots, wide grooves, shoulders, side surfaces and symmetrical workpieces, particularly where higher wear resistance and productivity are required.
Typical applications include:
- Deep slotting
- Side milling
- Groove milling
- Shoulder milling
- Straddle milling
- Wide slot machining
- Heavy material removal
Compared with conventional HSS side and face milling cutters, TCT cutters can support higher cutting speeds and improved wear resistance when the application and cutting conditions are suitable.
Why Choose Our TCT Side and Face Milling Cutters?
Carbide-Tipped Construction
Tungsten carbide tips are brazed to an alloy steel body, providing a combination of carbide wear resistance and steel-body toughness.
Custom Tooth Geometry
Available with straight tooth, staggered tooth and customized tooth geometries according to the workpiece and machining requirements.
Precision Grinding
CNC grinding is used to control cutter dimensions, tooth geometry and cutting edges for stable production.
Custom Carbide Grades
Different carbide grades can be selected according to workpiece material, cutting conditions and required tool life.
OEM & Private Label Manufacturing
Custom diameters, widths, bore sizes, tooth configurations, coatings, laser marking and private-label solutions are available.
Material Options
The cutter body is manufactured from alloy steel with brazed tungsten carbide tips.
Carbide grade selection can be adjusted according to the application:
- General-purpose carbide grades – suitable for common steel and cast iron machining.
- Wear-resistant grades – suitable for abrasive materials and longer tool life.
- Application-specific grades – available according to workpiece material and cutting conditions.
Material and carbide grade can be recommended based on the workpiece, cutter size, cutting parameters and required tool life.
Machining Operations
TCT Side and Face Milling Cutters are commonly used for:
- Side milling
- Deep slotting
- Groove milling
- Shoulder milling
- Straddle milling
- Profile milling
- Wide slot machining
- Heavy material removal
Typical Workpiece Materials
Suitable applications may include:
- Alloy steel
- Hardened steel
- Cast iron
- Ductile iron
- Stainless steel
- Aluminum and non-ferrous metals
- Other engineering materials
The appropriate carbide grade and tooth geometry depend on the specific workpiece and machining conditions.
Typical Industries
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Mold and die manufacturing
- Heavy machinery
- Energy equipment
- Steel processing
- Tube and pipe manufacturing
- Steel service centers
- Heavy fabrication
- General engineering
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Range | Custom Options |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 50–250 mm | Custom |
| Cutter Width | 2.0–12 mm | 1.0–20 mm |
| Bore Size | 16–40 mm | Custom |
| Drive Features | Standard bore | Keyways, drive pin holes, custom mounting |
| Tooth Style | Straight / Staggered | Custom tooth geometry |
| Side Clearance | Standard | Custom |
| Cutter Body | Alloy steel with carbide tips | Custom |
| Carbide Grade | Standard grades | Application-specific grades |
| Coating | Uncoated | TiN, TiAlN, AlCrN |
| Dimensional Tolerance | Standard | According to drawing |
Custom specifications and production quantities are available.
Straight Tooth vs Staggered Tooth
Straight Tooth cutters are suitable for general-purpose side milling, slotting and applications requiring a uniform cutting profile.
Staggered Tooth cutters are designed with alternating tooth geometry and can be used where improved chip clearance and smoother cutting are required.
The appropriate tooth configuration depends on the cutter size, workpiece material, slot geometry and machining conditions.
FAQ
What are TCT Side and Face Milling Cutters used for?
They are mainly used for deep slotting, side milling, groove milling, shoulder milling, straddle milling and heavy material removal.
What is the difference between TCT and HSS Side and Face Milling Cutters?
TCT cutters use brazed carbide tips and generally provide higher wear resistance and higher cutting capability than HSS cutters when used under suitable machining conditions.
What workpiece materials can they machine?
They can be used for alloy steel, hardened steel, cast iron, ductile iron, stainless steel, aluminum and other engineering materials, depending on the carbide grade and cutting conditions.
What tooth styles are available?
We offer straight tooth, staggered tooth and customized tooth geometries.
Can you manufacture custom TCT Side and Face Milling Cutters?
Yes. We manufacture custom cutters according to customer drawings, samples, dimensions and machining requirements.
What coatings are available?
Available options include Uncoated, TiN, TiAlN and AlCrN.
Do you support OEM and private-label manufacturing?
Yes. OEM production, laser marking and private-label manufacturing are available according to customer requirements.
What is the minimum order quantity?
MOQ depends on the cutter size, material and customization requirements. Please contact us for specific production requirements.
Request a Custom TCT Side and Face Milling Cutter
Looking for a standard or custom Carbide-Tipped Side and Face Milling Cutter?
Send us your drawing, sample, dimensions or machining requirements. We can evaluate:
- Cutter diameter
- Cutter width
- Bore size
- Tooth configuration
- Carbide grade
- Side clearance
- Coating
Contact us for a technical recommendation or quotation.
