| Item | Milling Cutter Head | Lock Head |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | The cutting head of a milling tool, used for metal cutting operations. | A locking or clamping head used to secure or fix tool parts or mechanical components. |
| Main Function | Performs metal cutting (milling) by holding replaceable inserts or blades. | Locks, fixes, or secures the tool holder, tool shank, or mechanical assembly. |
| Typical Application | CNC machining centers, milling machines. | Tool clamping systems, quick-change tool holders, mechanical fixtures. |
| Item | Milling Cutter Head | Lock Head |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Consists of a cutter body, insert pockets, and clamping screws. | Consists of locking mechanism parts such as threads, pins, or clamping sleeves. |
| Cutting Function | ✅ Yes – directly performs the cutting. | ❌ No – only used for locking or fixing. |
| Connection | Mounted on a tool holder or shank (e.g., BT, CAT, HSK). | Connected to a tool system or fixture to hold or release tools. |
Milling Cutter Head examples:
→ These heads hold inserts and perform actual metal cutting.
Lock Head examples:
→ These heads are used for clamping or securing tools.
| Comparison | Milling Cutter Head | Lock Head |
|---|---|---|
| Function | Metal cutting | Clamping or locking |
| Role in machining | Cutting component | Holding/fixing component |
| Contains inserts | Usually yes | Usually no |
| Direct machining involvement | Yes | No |
