M.A. Ford
M.A. Ford Twister Xd 3X Solid Carbide Drill 10.20Mm 2XDSS4016A
A 10.20 mm solid carbide drill bit for precise, high-speed drilling in tough materials
- Solid carbide construction resists wear for longer tool life
- 3X diameter design enables deeper holes in a single pass
- 20 mm diameter suits precise metric drilling tasks
- Twister Xd geometry improves chip evacuation during operation
- M.A. Ford manufacturing delivers consistent performance in demanding applications
Solid carbide drill for production use
The M.A. Ford Twister Xd 3X is a solid carbide drill sized at 10.20 mm and identified by part number 2XDSS4016A. It is designed for machine shops and production teams that need a rigid, wear-resistant tool for drilling accurate holes in steel, cast iron and similar alloys. The solid carbide construction resists deflection better than high-speed steel, helping maintain hole size and finish over long runs.
California Proposition 65 notice included
The supplier documentation states the product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. This notice does not change the drill’s geometry or cutting performance, but it requires users to follow safe handling practices such as wearing gloves, avoiding dust inhalation and washing hands after use.
Limited to machines that accept 10.20 mm shanks
The drill’s 10.20 mm diameter fixes the tool-holder size, so it fits only collets, chucks or shrink-fit holders made for that exact dimension. It cannot be used in tooling designed for imperial fractions or smaller metric sizes without an adapter, which would reduce rigidity. The 3X length-to-diameter ratio also demands a rigid spindle and stable workpiece clamping to prevent vibration.
Highlights
- Solid carbide construction resists wear for longer tool life
- 3X diameter design enables deeper holes in a single pass
- 20 mm diameter suits precise metric drilling tasks
- Twister Xd geometry improves chip evacuation during operation
- M.A. Ford manufacturing delivers consistent performance in demanding applications
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How often will the 10.20 mm carbide cutting edges need resharpening or replacement?
The solid carbide construction resists wear longer than high-speed steel; resharpening is only needed when hole quality drops below tolerance.
What limit appears first when drilling continuously at high feed rates?
Heat buildup in the workpiece and tool interface becomes the limiting factor before the carbide itself fails.
How much noise and heat does the drill generate during extended CNC cycles?
Noise level matches typical carbide drilling at recommended speeds; heat concentrates at the cutting zone and is managed with proper coolant flow.
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