Looking for some basic info (Very New to Machining)

brino said:
They will still be fine for grooves, just not plunging straight in.
Brian
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I believe a two-flute end mill is preferred for slots, to limit the effects of lateral deflection.

If the spindle is not running quite true, that could contribute to breaking small end mills, especially carbide ones.
 
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