M.a. Ford. 11102500 Square End Mill 0.025 in 4 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 11102500 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precise milling operations in demanding machining environments. With a 0.025-inch cutting diameter and a 0.075-inch length of cut, this tool is built for fine-feature work, slot milling, and profiling in tight geometries. The four-flute, right-hand spiral configuration with a 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation and smooth cutting action. The uncoated solid carbide construction delivers rigidity and wear resistance at small diameters. This end mill is installed and operated by machinists, tool-and-die makers, and CNC operators working on precision machining cells.

This end mill is suited for milling operations across a broad range of workpiece materials, including hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels, non-ferrous metals, and high-temperature alloys, as indicated by its primary workpiece material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S. The 0.125-inch straight cylindrical shank fits standard collets and end mill holders, making it a practical choice for vertical machining centers, CNC mills, and manual knee mills running small-diameter toolpaths in production or prototype environments.

Key Features

• 0.025-inch cutting diameter with plus or minus 0.0005-inch tolerance for precision fitment
• 4-flute spiral geometry with 30-degree helix angle for smooth chip flow
• Centercutting design allows plunge entry into workpiece material
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and extended tool life at micro diameters
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute for standard spindle rotation setups
• Uncoated finish suitable for use with compatible cutting fluids across multiple material types

Compatibility

The 11102500 belongs to M.A. FORD. Series 111 and is compatible with workpiece material categories H, K, M, N, P, and S as specified by the manufacturer. It fits any standard 0.125-inch collet or end mill holder.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed by qualified machinists or CNC operators. Verify spindle speed, feed rate, and depth of cut against manufacturer cutting data before use, as micro-diameter end mills are sensitive to deflection and runout. Ensure the collet and holder are clean and properly torqued before starting the spindle. At 0.025-inch diameter, excessive side load or an oversized depth of cut will cause tool breakage.