M.A. Ford Cyclone Xd 5X Coolant Fed Double Margin Drill 3.60 mm

What this drill is and who uses it

The M.A. Ford Cyclone Xd is a 3.60 mm solid-carbide drill with a 5×D flute length and internal coolant channels. The double-margin design improves hole straightness and surface finish in deep-drilling operations. It targets machine shops and production cells that need consistent performance in steel, stainless steel and high-temperature alloys. Buyers who require larger diameters or non-coolant-fed tooling should select a different series.

What to verify on your machine before ordering

Confirm that your spindle provides through-coolant capability and can deliver the pressure and flow rate this tool demands. Check that the tool holder accepts a 3.60 mm shank with the correct tolerance and that your controller supports the programmed peck or dwell cycles for 5×D depth. Ensure workpiece clamping is rigid enough to resist the thrust loads generated by the double-margin geometry.

Thermals noise and power draw in use

Internal coolant delivery removes heat directly from the cutting zone, keeping tip temperatures lower than external-flood alternatives. The double margins reduce friction against the hole wall, which cuts spindle load and acoustic output during full-depth cycles. Power consumption scales with material hardness and feed rate; the geometry is optimised to maintain stable torque without sudden spikes. California Proposition 65 warnings apply to this product.