A milling cutter is a type of cutting tool used to shape, cut or finish a workpiece by rotating the cutter around an axis. There are many synonyms for milling cutter that are used interchangeably in the industry including end mill, face mill, ball nose cutter, slab mill, disc mill and slot drill. Each type of milling cutter is designed to produce a specific cut, with differences in the number of teeth, the shape of the cutting edge and the angle of the helix. Choosing the right milling cutter depends on the material being cut, the desired finish and the required precision. The availability of various milling cutters allows for versatility in machine operations.