Thread Milling Cutter

TM537 Whitworth BSF Thread Milling Cutter

British standard fine thread

The TM537 series comprises professional-grade thread milling cutters specifically engineered for the precision machining of 55° BSF (British Standard Fine) threads in accordance with the B.S. 84:1956 standard. Manufactured from ultra-fine grain carbide, these cutters deliver efficient and precise machining of 55° British threads (BS series), making them an ideal choice for mold making, aerospace, automotive, and general mechanical engineering applications. 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 into steel components for aerospace sensors and navigation equipment, where high reliability is paramount.

Product Series TM537 Series
Tool base material Ultrafine-grained tungsten carbide
Product Name Coated thread milling cutter
OEM / ODM Made to your samples or drawings
Specifications and Model 3/16"-32BSF
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.

55° BSF (British Standard Fine) thread forming geometry

Strictly adheres to the B.S.84:1956 standard, meeting the fine-thread connection requirements of precision Imperial-standard equipment; threads are formed in a single pass, boosting machining efficiency by 40% compared to traditional taps.

Ultra-fine grain carbide substrate

Utilizes HRC65-grade ultra-fine grain carbide with 50% higher chip resistance, ensuring stable machining of general materials such as steel, aluminum alloys, and stainless steel.

British Standard precision control

Thread pitch accuracy is maintained within ±0.005mm, and surface finish reaches Ra ≤ 0.2μm, meeting the stringent tolerance requirements of Imperial-standard equipment.

High-precision cutting edge honing

The cutting edge radius is precisely controlled at 0.005mm, balancing sharpness with wear resistance to minimize edge chipping and extend tool life.

Enhanced coating adhesion

Uses a vacuum ion plating process to increase coating adhesion by 40%, preventing coating delamination that could compromise machining accuracy.

Direct application of cutting fluid reduces friction between the cutting edge and the workpiece, improving machined surface quality and reducing tap wear.

The cutting edge radius is precisely controlled at 0.003mm, balancing sharpness with wear resistance to minimize edge chipping and ensure machining consistency.

Features an eccentric cutting design that eliminates the need for pre-drilled center holes, allowing for direct threading of blind holes; this reduces process steps and increases 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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