M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford 15070870 Tuffcut Gp 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill 18.0mm pneumatic accessory
Two-flute ball-nose end mill with an 18.0 mm diameter for precision contouring and finishing operations
- 2-flute ball nose cuts smooth contours on complex profiles
- 0 mm diameter handles larger radius work in one pass
- M.A. Ford TuffCut GP grade resists wear in tough alloys
- New condition delivers full factory geometry and coating life
- California Prop 65 notice flags regulated substances for workplace safety
Tuffcut GP 2-Flute Ball Nose 18.0 mm
The M.A. Ford 15070870 is a solid carbide end mill designed for high-performance profiling and contouring. Its two-flute geometry and ball nose profile suit machinists and CNC operators finishing complex 3D surfaces in a range of materials.
Two-flute chip evacuation limits
Two flutes provide large gullets for chip removal but restrict feed rates compared to higher-flute tools. The design suits softer alloys and non-ferrous metals where chip volume is high, while harder steels demand lighter cuts to avoid clogging or excessive deflection.
18.0 mm diameter capacity and reach
The 18.0 mm cutting diameter handles medium-to-large radius profiles and deep cavity work with good rigidity. It runs out on very fine detail passes or high-speed finishing in hardened tool steels where smaller diameters or specialised coatings become necessary.
Highlights
- 2-flute ball nose cuts smooth contours on complex profiles
- 0 mm diameter handles larger radius work in one pass
- M.A. Ford TuffCut GP grade resists wear in tough alloys
- New condition delivers full factory geometry and coating life
- California Prop 65 notice flags regulated substances for workplace safety
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Should I choose the 18.0 mm ball nose or a different diameter?
The 18.0 mm diameter suits larger radius profiling and contouring; select a smaller size only if your feature details require a tighter corner radius.
What does the 2 flute design mean when the cutter is in the spindle?
Two flutes give wide chip gullets for fast evacuation in aluminium and non-ferrous metals, reducing re-cutting and improving surface finish on deep pockets.
How does the shank interface limit what machines can run this end mill?
The cutter fits standard 18.0 mm collets or Weldon holders, so any mill or router with that clamping capacity can run it at recommended speeds.
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