Thread Milling Cutter

TC685 ACME Trapezoidal Thread Milling Cutter

Drive screw thread

The TC685 series comprises professional-grade thread milling cutters engineered for the precision machining of 29° ACME trapezoidal threads in accordance with the ANSI/ASME B1.5-1997 standard. Manufactured from an ultra-fine grain carbide substrate, these cutters enable efficient and precise machining of 29° ACME threads, making them an ideal choice for applications in mold making, aerospace, automotive manufacturing, and general machining. Available with a range of high-performance coatings, the series ensures exceptional machining efficiency, superior surface finish, and consistent, long tool life across various materials with hardness levels up to 58 HRC. They are particularly well-suited for machining precision threads on steel components for aerospace sensors and navigation equipment, where high reliability is paramount.

Product Series TC685 Series
Tool base material Ultrafine-grained tungsten carbide
Product Name Right-hand coated thread milling cutter
OEM / ODM Made to your samples or drawings
Specifications and Model ACME 1/2
Lead time In stock / 2 weeks
Origin Shenzhen, China
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Engineering Features

Design details engineered for accuracy, tool life and process stability.

29° ACME Trapezoidal Thread Forming Design

Strictly adheres to the ANSI/ASME B1.5-1997 standard and meets the lead screw connection requirements of heavy-duty transmission equipment; threads are formed in a single pass, boosting machining efficiency by 35% compared to traditional taps.

Precision control meeting US standards

Thread pitch accuracy is maintained within ±0.005 mm, the thread profile angle tolerance is ≤0.02°, and surface finish reaches Ra ≤0.2 μm, satisfying the rigorous tolerance and transmission accuracy requirements for drive lead screws.

Ultrafine-grained cemented carbide substrate

Utilizes HRC68-grade ultrafine-grained cemented carbide with 60% higher resistance to edge chipping, enabling stable machining of heavy-duty transmission materials such as steel and stainless steel.

High-precision cutting edge honing

The edge radius is precisely controlled at 0.003 mm, balancing sharpness with wear resistance, minimizing edge chipping, and ensuring machining consistency.

Enhanced Coating Adhesion

Utilizing a vacuum ion plating process, coating adhesion is increased by 40%, preventing coating detachment that could compromise machining accuracy.

The direct action of the cutting fluid reduces friction between the cutting edge and the workpiece, improves the quality of the machined surface, and reduces tap wear.

The cutting edge radius is precisely controlled at 0.003 mm, balancing sharpness and wear resistance, reducing edge chipping, and ensuring machining consistency.

Featuring an eccentric cutting design, it eliminates the need for pre-drilling a center hole and allows for the direct machining of blind-hole threads, thereby reducing process steps and increasing efficiency.

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Send the thread standard, size and tolerance class. We supply standard taps and thread mills, plus special threads made to your samples or drawings.

  • 1Upload your drawing or describe the part
  • 2Our engineers review it and reply within 24 hours
  • 3Receive a quotation with tool design and lead time

Include in your request

  • Thread standard, size and pitch
  • Tolerance class (e.g. 6H)
  • Through or blind hole, thread depth
  • Workpiece material
  • Quantity
  • Drawing: PDF, DWG, DXF or STEP

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