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Silver 5.0 mm two-flute ball-nose end mill with necked shank

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford 156M0500N40A TuffCut DM 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill 5.0mm

SKU CH-GWKN-ANZHQ

A 5.0 mm two-flute ball-nose end mill with necked reach for precision contour milling

  • TypeCutting Tools
  • Precision ball-nose profiling with 2-flute geometry
  • 0 mm cutting diameter for detailed milling
  • Necked design extends reach in deep cavities
  • TuffCut DM coating resists wear on tough alloys
  • California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies

5.0 mm Neck Ball Nose End Mill

The M.A. Ford 156M0500N40A is a two-flute ball nose end mill with a 5.0 mm cutting diameter and a necked design. It belongs to the TuffCut DM series and is intended for precision contouring and finishing operations in a workshop environment.

California Proposition 65 Compliance Notice

This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. The notice is provided in accordance with Proposition 65 requirements for items sold into that jurisdiction.

Specialised Contouring Tool For Specific Profiles

This cutter replaces general-purpose end mills when a necked ball profile is required for deep cavity access or complex 3D surfacing. The upgrade is worth it when standard tool reach or geometry cannot achieve the desired finish on intricate parts.

Highlights

  • Precision ball-nose profiling with 2-flute geometry
  • 0 mm cutting diameter for detailed milling
  • Necked design extends reach in deep cavities
  • TuffCut DM coating resists wear on tough alloys
  • California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies

Specifications

BrandM.A. FORD
TypeCutting Tools

Questions about this item

How do I install the 156M0500N40A end mill without damaging the necked section?

Clamp the shank only, leaving the 40 mm necked reach clear of the holder, then tighten the collet evenly to avoid run-out on the 5.0 mm ball nose.

When should I replace the TuffCut DM cutter based on wear?

Replace it once the ball-nose radius shows visible flattening or chipping, which changes the 5.0 mm profile and degrades finish quality.

What limits continuous cutting time with this 2-flute tool?

Heat buildup in the carbide substrate is the first limit; the Proposition 65 warning also flags the coating chemistry for prolonged high-temp exposure.

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