M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford Tuffcut Dm 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill Necked 1.0Mm
A 1.0 mm diameter, 2-flute ball nose end mill with a necked design for precision milling tasks
- TypeCutting Tools
- 2-flute ball nose enables smooth contour milling in tight spaces
- 0 mm cutting diameter suits fine-detail profiling work
- Necked shank design provides extended reach for deep cavities
- TuffCut DM series built for hardened-steel and exotic-alloy machining
- California Prop 65 warning flags cancer and reproductive-hazard chemicals
M.A. Ford 1.0 mm end mill
The M.A. Ford Tuffcut DM two-flute ball nose end mill with a 1.0 mm diameter is a new cutting tool for precision milling. It suits machinists and hobbyists who need a necked design for reach in cavities or detailed contour work. The item is supplied as a single tool ready for use in compatible holders.
Thermals noise and power draw
As a solid carbide rotary cutter the tool generates heat only at the cutting interface during machining. Noise and power consumption depend entirely on the machine spindle and feed rates chosen by the operator. No electrical or cooling specifications apply to the cutter itself.
Build fit and clearance
The 1.0 mm shank fits standard collets or shrink-fit holders that accept this diameter. The necked profile clears deep features without shank interference freeing access for intricate profiles. Buyers who need larger diameters or different flute counts must select other tools.
Highlights
- 2-flute ball nose enables smooth contour milling in tight spaces
- 0 mm cutting diameter suits fine-detail profiling work
- Necked shank design provides extended reach for deep cavities
- TuffCut DM series built for hardened-steel and exotic-alloy machining
- California Prop 65 warning flags cancer and reproductive-hazard chemicals
Specifications
| Brand | M.A. FORD |
|---|---|
| Type | Cutting Tools |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 1.0 mm necked ball nose end mill in my tool holder?
Insert the shank fully into a collet or hydraulic holder rated for the shank diameter, tighten to the holder’s specified torque, and verify the 20 mm necked reach clears the workpiece before starting the spindle.
What maintenance or replacement will this 2-flute cutter need later?
Rotate or replace the tool when flank wear reaches the manufacturer’s regrind limit, and inspect the ball nose radius for chipping after each job to maintain the 1.0 mm profile.
What limit appears first during sustained cutting with this end mill?
Heat buildup at the 1.0 mm ball nose typically becomes the limiting factor, so reduce feed or use coolant before the coating degrades.
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