M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford 16547240A 12.0mm 4-flute ball nose end mill stub
12.0 mm four-flute ball nose end mill with stub length for precision contouring in tough materials
- 0 mm diameter suits medium milling tasks
- Four-flute design increases material removal rate
- Ball nose profile creates smooth contoured surfaces
- Stub length improves rigidity in shallow cuts
- TuffCut GP coating extends tool life in steel
- California Prop 65 warning applies to this item
12.0mm 4-flute ball nose end mill
This M.A. Ford 16547240A end mill is a 12.0mm diameter cutting tool with four flutes and a ball nose profile. It is designed for machinists and fabricators who need to produce contoured surfaces, radii or full 3-D profiles in a variety of workpiece materials. The stub length provides increased rigidity for shallow cavity work where tool deflection must be minimised.
Replaces shorter-reach ball nose cutters
The stub length upgrades standard long-series ball nose tools when the application allows a shorter projection. The jump is worth it when the setup can accommodate the reduced reach because the shorter flute length and overall length lower vibration and improve surface finish on contoured features. It is not for deep-pocket or high-wall machining where the flute length cannot reach the full depth of cut.
12.0mm diameter with four flutes
The 12.0mm diameter and four-flute geometry comfortably handle medium-profile roughing and finishing passes on contoured surfaces where chip evacuation is manageable. The tool runs out when the required depth of cut exceeds the stub flute length or when slotting deep, narrow cavities that demand a longer reach and fewer flutes for chip clearance.
Highlights
- 0 mm diameter suits medium milling tasks
- Four-flute design increases material removal rate
- Ball nose profile creates smooth contoured surfaces
- Stub length improves rigidity in shallow cuts
- TuffCut GP coating extends tool life in steel
- California Prop 65 warning applies to this item
Specifications
| Brand | M.A. FORD |
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Questions about this item
What shank diameter does the 12.0 mm end mill need to fit my collet?
The cutter has a 12.0 mm shank, so use an ER or shrink-fit collet bored to 12.0 mm for proper clamping.
How do I install the 16547240A end mill without run-out?
Clean the shank and collet bore, insert the tool to the full clamping length, then tighten the collet nut to the manufacturer’s torque value.
When should I replace the four-flute 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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