M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford Cyclone Xd 5X Solid Double Margin Drill 8.00mm
A solid double-margin drill bit with 5× diameter depth capacity for 8.00 mm holes
- 5x diameter drilling depth reduces cycle time
- Solid carbide construction maintains edge life
- Double margin design improves hole straightness
- 00 mm diameter suits precision applications
- California Prop 65 warning informs safe handling
Cyclone Xd 5X drill for precision holes
The M.A. Ford Cyclone Xd 5X is a solid double-margin drill built for accurate holemaking in demanding materials. Its 8.00 mm cutting diameter suits workshops that need consistent sizing on CNC machines or rigid manual setups. The tool arrives new and ships directly from the manufacturer.
Double-margin design improves guidance
Two margins instead of one keep the drill centred through the full depth of cut, reducing wander and improving roundness. This geometry also helps evacuate chips more reliably in deeper holes. The result is tighter tolerances and longer tool life without extra setup steps.
8.00 mm diameter defines the working range
The drill comfortably handles through-holes and blind holes at its nominal size in steel, cast iron and similar alloys. It runs out when the application calls for a larger diameter, a stepped profile or a length beyond the standard 5×D reach. Buyers needing different sizes or extended lengths must select another tool.
Highlights
- 5x diameter drilling depth reduces cycle time
- Solid carbide construction maintains edge life
- Double margin design improves hole straightness
- 00 mm diameter suits precision applications
- California Prop 65 warning informs safe handling
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How often will the 8.00 mm Cyclone Xd drill need resharpening or replacement?
Resharpening intervals depend on the workpiece material and cutting parameters; the solid double-margin design helps maintain hole accuracy longer, so inspect cutting edges regularly and regrind when wear reaches the margin land.
What limits continuous drilling with this 8.00 mm tool before performance drops?
Chip evacuation in deep 5×D holes becomes the primary limit; use peck cycles and adequate coolant pressure to prevent packing, which protects the double margins and corner integrity.
How much heat and noise should I expect when running this drill all day?
Heat builds quickly in 5×D drilling — flood or through-spindle coolant is essential to control temperature at the margins; noise level matches typical carbide drilling in steel and rises with feed rate.
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