M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford 16531500T Tuffcut GP 4 Flute Ball Nose End Mill Stub 8.0mm Pneumatic Accessory
Four-flute ball-nose end mill with 8.0 mm diameter for contour milling
- 4-flute ball nose cuts smooth contours in hard materials
- Stub length increases rigidity for precise 8.0 mm profiling
- TuffCut GP coating extends tool life in abrasive alloys
- M.A. Ford manufacturing ensures consistent geometry and finish
- California Proposition 65 warning informs safe handling practices
What this end mill is for
The M.A. Ford 16531500T Tuffcut GP is a four-flute ball-nose end mill with an 8.0 mm cutting diameter. It is built for general-purpose profiling and contouring in a range of workpiece materials. Machinists who need a stub-length tool for rigid setups will find it suitable.
Capacity and where it stops
The stub length keeps overhang short, so the tool handles standard roughing and finishing passes with good stability. It runs out when deep cavities or long-reach profiles demand a longer flute length than the stub design provides.
Heat, noise and power in use
Cutting forces stay moderate because the four flutes share the load, which helps limit heat buildup in the workpiece and tool. Noise levels follow the spindle speed and material rather than the cutter itself. Power draw matches the machine capacity and the depth of cut chosen.
Highlights
- 4-flute ball nose cuts smooth contours in hard materials
- Stub length increases rigidity for precise 8.0 mm profiling
- TuffCut GP coating extends tool life in abrasive alloys
- M.A. Ford manufacturing ensures consistent geometry and finish
- California Proposition 65 warning informs safe handling practices
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Will the 8.0 mm shank fit the collets I already use on my CNC router?
The cutter has an 8.0 mm shank, so it will seat in any standard ER or collet system sized for 8.0 mm.
How can I verify the 4-flute ball nose is cutting cleanly after installation?
Run a short test pass in aluminium; a smooth, chatter-free finish with even chip load across all four flutes shows the tool is seated and balanced correctly.
Does the 16531500T come with a tool holder or coating sample, or must I supply my own?
The package contains only the solid-carbide end mill; holders, collets and any additional coatings are sold separately.
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