998V-AS Series High-Performance 2-Flute Ball Nose End Mill for Hardened Steel
998V-AS
The 998V-AS is a high-performance 2-flute ball nose end mill engineered by LV Tool for precision machining. Featuring a proprietary TixSiN coating with high silicon content, this tool offers exceptional high-temperature stability and superior wear resistance, ensuring extended tool life in demanding applications. Its high-precision diameter tolerance guarantees excellent cutting stability and surface finish. The 998V-AS is optimized for machining a wide range of materials, including tool steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and post-weld materials, making it a versatile solution for mold and die manufacturing.
High-Performance 2-Flute Ball Nose End Mill
The 998V-AS series from LV® Tool is a powerful 2-flute, short-flute ball nose end mill designed for high-precision contouring and finishing operations. Engineered for stability and longevity, this tool is an essential component for manufacturers in the mold & die, automotive, and aerospace industries seeking superior surface quality and reliable performance. As a leading carbide end mill supplier, we provide tools that meet the highest standards of international manufacturing.
Key Features & Benefits
- Advanced TixSiN Coating: Features a specialized TixSiN (Titanium Silicon Nitride) coating with high silicon content, providing exceptional resistance to high temperatures and oxidation during intensive machining.
- Superior Wear Resistance: The robust coating and premium carbide substrate deliver excellent wear resistance, significantly extending the tool's service life and reducing replacement frequency.
- High-Precision Tolerance: Manufactured to exacting diameter tolerances, the 998V-AS ensures consistent cutting performance and dimensional accuracy for critical components.
- Enhanced Cutting Stability: The 2-flute, short-flute design minimizes vibration and deflection, enabling stable cutting even at high speeds and feeds, resulting in a smoother surface finish.
Recommended Applications
This versatile ball nose end mill is optimized for machining a wide array of materials, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Recommended materials include:
- Tool Steel
- Alloy Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Cast Iron
- Post-Weld Machining (Welded Steel)
Detailed Specifications
The 998V-AS series is available in a comprehensive range of sizes to meet your specific application needs. We offer custom and OEM/ODM manufacturing for non-standard requirements.
| Model | Diameter | Flute Length (mm) | Shank Diameter (mm) | Flutes | Overall Length (mm) | Effective Length (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 998V-AS-010 | 0.5R | 1 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 2.5 |
| 998V-AS-015 | 0.75R | 1.5 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 4 |
| 998V-AS-020 | 1R | 2 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 5 |
| 998V-AS-620 | 1R | 2 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 5 |
| 998V-AS-025 | 1.25R | 2.5 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 6 |
| 998V-AS-030 | 1.5R | 3 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 8 |
| 998V-AS-630 | 1.5R | 3 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 8 |
| 998V-AS-035 | 1.75R | 3.5 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 8 |
| 998V-AS-040 | 2R | 4 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 10 |
| 998V-AS-640 | 2R | 4 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 10 |
| 998V-AS-045 | 2.25R | 4.5 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 11 |
| 998V-AS-050 | 2.5R | 5 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 13 |
| 998V-AS-055 | 2.75R | 5.5 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 14 |
| 998V-AS-060 | 3R | 6 | 6 | 2 | 50 | 15 |
| 998V-AS-070 | 3.5R | 7 | 8 | 2 | 60 | 16 |
| 998V-AS-080 | 4R | 8 | 8 | 2 | 60 | 20 |
| 998V-AS-090 | 4.5R | 9 | 10 | 2 | 75 | 22 |
| 998V-AS-100 | 5R | 10 | 10 | 2 | 75 | 25 |
| 998V-AS-120 | 6R | 12 | 12 | 2 | 75 | 30 |
| 998V-AS-140 | 7R | 14 | 16 | 2 | 100 | 35 |
| 998V-AS-160 | 8R | 16 | 16 | 2 | 100 | 40 |
998V-AS Series High-Performance 2-Flute Ball Nose End Mill for Hardened Steel Professional Precision Carbide End Mills and Cutting Tools Manufacturing
LV Tool provides 998V-AS Series High-Performance 2-Flute Ball Nose End Mill for Hardened Steel for buyers who need dependable precision carbide end mills and cutting tools in professional CNC machining environments. This product supports manufacturers, machine shops, and tooling distributors looking for stable cutting performance, accurate dimensions, and reliable results across demanding materials and production conditions.
Our carbide tools are produced with premium materials, precision CNC grinding, coating expertise, and ISO 9001-certified quality control. This helps customers improve tool life, surface finish, chip evacuation, cutting stability, and machining efficiency in applications such as mold making, automotive parts, aerospace components, electronics, and precision machinery.
As a Taiwan manufacturer with OEM ODM support, LV Tool helps buyers evaluate product fit, standard dimensions, custom tooling needs, and long-term supply requirements. We focus on practical cutting tool solutions that reduce downtime, control cost, and support consistent production quality.

