M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford 156M0050N3A 0.50Mm ball nose end mill
A 0.50 mm ball nose end mill with two flutes for detailed milling work
- TypeCutting Tools
- Micro-diameter necked design reaches deep cavities
- Two-flute geometry clears chips in tight spaces
- Ball nose profile produces smooth 3-D contours
- TuffCut DM coating extends tool life in hardened steel
- California Prop 65 warning discloses regulated substances
Precision micro milling tool
The M.A. Ford 156M0050N3A is a 2 flute ball nose end mill with a 0.50 mm cutting diameter and necked design. It suits machinists producing fine contours in hardened steels or exotic alloys. The TuffCut DM coating supports extended tool life during high speed finishing passes. This cutter is sold new and ships directly from the manufacturer.
Micro diameter cutting constraints
A 0.50 mm diameter limits radial engagement and chip evacuation, so the tool cannot handle heavy roughing or deep slotting in a single pass. Runout and holder rigidity become critical at this scale, and excessive feed rates will cause immediate breakage. The necked profile provides reach but reduces shank support, making vibration control essential. Operators must match spindle speed and feed to the specific workpiece material.
0.50 mm cutting diameter
This single dimension determines whether the cutter fits the required feature size, such as small radius fillets, micro cavities or intricate 3D profiles. If the design calls for a larger radius or higher material removal rate, a different diameter is needed. The 2 flute geometry and necked length are fixed by this diameter, so the tool cannot be adapted to wider cuts or deeper pockets without changing the cutter entirely.
Highlights
- Micro-diameter necked design reaches deep cavities
- Two-flute geometry clears chips in tight spaces
- Ball nose profile produces smooth 3-D contours
- TuffCut DM coating extends tool life in hardened steel
- California Prop 65 warning discloses regulated substances
Specifications
| Brand | M.A. FORD |
|---|---|
| Type | Cutting Tools |
Questions about this item
Which diameter should I pick for the 156M0050N3A end mill?
The cutter is 0.50 mm in diameter, so choose this version when you need that exact size.
How does the 0.50 mm ball nose perform in a milling machine?
The 0.50 mm ball nose cuts a rounded profile and the necked shank gives extra reach for deep features.
What shank standard does the 156M0050N3A use and what does it limit?
The shank follows the brand’s standard for micro tools and limits the holder to a matching collet size.
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