M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford 15050000T Tuffcut Gp 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill 1/2 pneumatic accessory
A 2-flute ball nose end mill for contour milling and finishing operations
- 2-flute ball nose design enables smooth contour milling
- TuffCut GP coating extends tool life in general-purpose cutting
- 1/2 inch shank fits standard collets and holders
- M.A. Ford manufacturing ensures consistent geometry and performance
- California Proposition 65 warning indicates regulated chemical content
1/2" Tuffcut Gp 2 Flute Ball Nose
This M.A. Ford end mill is a solid-carbide cutting tool designed for contouring, profiling and finishing operations on CNC milling machines and rigid manual mills. The two-flute ball-nose geometry suits general-purpose machining of steels, stainless steels, cast iron and non-ferrous alloys. It targets machinists and job-shop operators who need reliable performance across a range of materials.
Upgrade from single-flute or worn tooling
Replacing a single-flute cutter or a dull multi-flute tool with this two-flute design increases chip clearance and reduces vibration in slotting and pocketing. The jump is worthwhile when cycle time matters and the workpiece material is within the cutter's recommended range. It is not suited for high-feed roughing strategies that demand three or more flutes for chip thinning.
1/2" diameter headroom for medium finishing
The half-inch cutting diameter provides enough rigidity for medium-depth finishing passes in most common workpiece sizes. It runs out of reach on deep-cavity work where longer-reach or smaller-diameter tools are required, and it is not intended for heavy roughing where higher flute counts or coarse-pitch geometries evacuate chips faster.
Highlights
- 2-flute ball nose design enables smooth contour milling
- TuffCut GP coating extends tool life in general-purpose cutting
- 1/2 inch shank fits standard collets and holders
- M.A. Ford manufacturing ensures consistent geometry and performance
- California Proposition 65 warning indicates regulated chemical content
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What shank size does the 15050000T end mill need to fit my collet?
The cutter has a 1/2 inch shank, so use a 1/2 inch collet or holder that matches your machine's taper.
How do I install the 15050000T without damaging the flutes, and what step is often missed?
Clean the shank and collet, insert the tool until the shank seats fully, then tighten the collet nut to the maker's torque — skipping the torque check is the common error.
When should I replace the 15050000T ball-nose cutter?
Replace it when the ball radius shows visible wear, chipping, or when surface finish degrades beyond your tolerance.
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