M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford 13531501N3 End Mill Necked 8.0mm
Two-flute necked end mill for aluminium, 8.0 mm diameter, cuts non-ferrous metals cleanly
- TypeCutting Tools
- Designed for aluminium with 2 flute geometry
- 0mm cutting diameter for precise milling
- Necked shank improves reach in deep cavities
- TuffCut Al coating extends tool life
- California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies
M.A. Ford Tuffcut Al 8.0mm End Mill
This M.A. Ford Tuffcut Al end mill is a two-flute necked cutter with an 8.0mm diameter. It is designed for milling aluminium and other non-ferrous materials. The necked geometry provides additional reach for deeper cavities. Machinists and fabricators use it for profiling and slotting operations.
Upgrading from standard two-flute tools
A standard two-flute end mill without a necked shank may limit reach in deep pockets or interfere with workpiece fixtures. The necked design on this tool clears those obstructions and maintains rigidity at length. The jump is worth it when jobs require extended reach without switching to a longer, less stable overall length.
Capacity and headroom in aluminium
The 8.0mm diameter and two-flute geometry give ample chip clearance for aluminium alloys at typical feed rates. It handles profiling passes and full-width slots comfortably in a single setup. The tool runs out of effective reach when the required depth exceeds the neck length, at which point a dedicated long-reach or extended-length cutter becomes necessary.
Highlights
- Designed for aluminium with 2 flute geometry
- 0mm cutting diameter for precise milling
- Necked shank improves reach in deep cavities
- TuffCut Al coating extends tool life
- California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies
Specifications
| Brand | M.A. FORD |
|---|---|
| Type | Cutting Tools |
Questions about this item
What shank diameter does the 8.0 mm necked end mill require for my tool holder?
The cutter has an 8.0 mm cutting diameter; match your holder to the shank size listed on the tool drawing.
How do I install the 13531501N3 Tuffcut Al end mill without causing run-out?
Clean the holder and shank, clamp the tool at the maximum safe overhang, and tighten the collet evenly to avoid eccentric rotation.
When should I replace the 2-flute necked end mill used in aluminium?
Replace the cutter when the cutting edges show visible rounding, chipping, or when surface finish on aluminium parts deteriorates.
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