M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford Tuffcut DM 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill Necked 0.80mm
Two-flute ball-nose end mill with necked 0.80 mm diameter for precision milling
- TypeCutting Tools
- 2-flute ball nose gives smooth contour finishes
- 80 mm diameter suits fine detail work
- Necked design reaches deep cavities without interference
- TuffCut DM line built for hardened steels
- California Proposition 65 warning lists cancer and reproductive risks
M.A. Ford Tuffcut DM End Mill
The M.A. Ford Tuffcut DM is a two-flute ball nose end mill with a necked design and a 0.80 mm cutting diameter. It is intended for precision milling tasks where a small-radius tool can reach into tight features. Machinists working on detailed contours or finishing passes will find the geometry suited to controlled material removal. The tool is supplied new and ships directly from the manufacturer.
Capacity and headroom: 0.80 mm cutter
The 0.80 mm diameter gives the cutter enough reach for fine detail work while maintaining rigidity through the necked shank. It handles light finishing passes in softer metals and plastics without excessive deflection. The two-flute layout limits chip space, so heavy roughing or deep slotting will overload the flutes and reduce tool life. Users needing larger step-overs or higher material-removal rates should select a larger-diameter tool.
California Proposition 65 notice included
The product documentation includes a California Proposition 65 warning stating the item contains a chemical known to the state to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. This notice does not change the tool’s cutting performance or geometry. It informs the buyer to follow standard shop safety practices such as ventilation, dust collection and personal protective equipment. No additional accessories or software are bundled with the end mill.
Highlights
- 2-flute ball nose gives smooth contour finishes
- 80 mm diameter suits fine detail work
- Necked design reaches deep cavities without interference
- TuffCut DM line built for hardened steels
- California Proposition 65 warning lists cancer and reproductive risks
Specifications
| Brand | M.A. FORD |
|---|---|
| Type | Cutting Tools |
Questions about this item
Will the 0.80 mm necked end mill clear fixtures designed for 10 mm shank tools?
The 0.80 mm cutting diameter is far smaller than a 10 mm shank, so existing 10 mm tool holders will not grip this cutter without a reducing sleeve.
How can I confirm the Tuffcut DM 156M0080N10A is cutting correctly after installation?
Run a test pass in the intended material; a clean ball-nose finish with no chatter and the expected 0.80 mm radius profile shows the tool is performing as designed.
Does the box include a tool holder or collet for the 0.80 mm necked cutter?
The package contains only the end mill itself; a compatible collet, shrink-fit holder or reducing sleeve for the machine spindle must be sourced separately.
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