Bluefox 2.5 Fly Cutter R8 Shank for Bridgeport Milling Machine Includes 1/2"x 1/2"x 4" Indexable Tool Bit 7/16 UNF Drawbar High-Precision Machining Tool for Smooth Surface Finishing & Material Removal

The Bluefox Tools R8 Fly Cutter is a heavy-duty, precision machining accessory designed for Bridgeport and R8 spindle milling machines. Engineered to deliver smooth, flat, and accurate surface finishes, this fly cutter is ideal for facing, surfacing, and finishing operations on a wide range of metals.

Featuring a 2-1/2" (2.5 inch) cutter body diameter, the tool provides an efficient cutting sweep while maintaining excellent balance and rigidity during operation. The robust R8 shank ensures a secure fit in compatible milling machines and uses a 7/16" UNF drawbar thread for reliable, vibration-free clamping.

This fly cutter is designed to accept an indexable carbide tool bit (1/2" × 1/2" × 4", TNMG 16 left-hand), allowing consistent cutting performance, longer tool life, and easy insert replacement. The use of carbide inserts makes it suitable for machining mild steel, alloy steel, aluminum, brass, and cast iron with excellent surface quality.

Manufactured from high-quality tool steel, the cutter body offers outstanding durability, wear resistance, and stability under demanding workshop conditions. A dependable choice for toolrooms, machine shops, and professional machinists, this fly cutter delivers precision results with minimal setup time.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Brand: Bluefox Tools

• Shank Type: R8

• Cutter Body Diameter: 2-1/2" (2.5 inches)

• Drawbar Thread: 7/16" UNF

• Insert Type: Indexable carbide insert

• Tool Bit Size: 1/2" × 1/2" × 4"

• Insert Style: TNMG 16, left-hand

• Application: Facing & surfacing operations

• Machine Compatibility: Bridgeport & R8 spindle milling machines

Ideal For:

• Precision facing and surface finishing

• Milling machine and lathe facing operations

• Professional workshops & machine shops