.0197" Micro Carbide End Mill

The Role of a .0197" Carbide End Mill in Cue Making
In the CNC cue-making world, a .0197" (0.50mm) carbide end mill is an indispensable precision tool. Its micro-diameter allows cue makers to execute fine inlay work, razor-sharp ringwork, and tight pocket cutting with extremely close tolerances—often within a few ten-thousandths of an inch.
 
Carbide tooling is preferred for this purpose because it retains a keen cutting edge even under heat and vibration, both of which are unavoidable when cutting dense, oily exotic woods or synthetic materials like Elforyn and Juma. The rigidity of carbide reduces deflection and chatter, ensuring that even at extremely small diameters, the end mill cuts cleanly rather than rubbing or burning the material.
 
For cue makers, the .0197" size is particularly valuable when machining:
Intricate inlays such as abalone, mother-of-pearl, or Elforyn patterns
Precision ringwork where sharp corners and fine geometry are required
Tight pockets that must fit small decorative elements with perfect symmetry
Complex engraving details or custom logo cuts within cue butts and forearms
 
Its use often represents the difference between a good cue and a masterpiece—allowing a level of crisp detail and accuracy that simply cannot be achieved with larger cutters. Combined with accurate CAM programming and a properly tuned spindle, this tool becomes the backbone of micro-machining operations in modern cue-making shops.
 
Specifications
Diameter: .0197"
Size: 0.50mm
# Flutes: 2
Length of Cut: .118"
Shank: .125”
OAL: 1.5”
End-Style: Center-cut