Flycutter head

[kd4gij]

If that is what you want then that is fine. But It would be taking a simple tool that works just fine and over complicating it.

 

[kd4gij]

When you look at the shell mill shank. The end user doesn't typically change out cutting heads on the shank. we will have a shank for each head.
The manufacture doesn't have to build cutting heads in every shank configuration.
A 4" fly cutter will run in a 1/2" collet with no problem. On the other hand a 4" face mill would slip in a 1/2" collet.

 

[deverett]

If that is what you want then that is fine. But It would be taking a simple tool that works just fine and over complicating it.

Also, by extending the distance of the cutter from the quill bearings you are losing valuable head room, to say nothing about introducing more flex possibilities.

Dave
The Emerald Isle