M.a. Ford. 11121870 Square End Mill 7/32 in 4 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 11121870 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling operations across a wide range of materials. Built from micrograin carbide stock, it measures 7/32 inches (0.2188 inches) in cutting diameter with a 5/8-inch length of cut and a 1/4-inch straight-cylindrical shank. The 4-flute, right-hand spiral configuration with a 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation and smooth surface finishes. Centercutting geometry allows both plunge and peripheral milling. This is a single-end, uncoated tool in M.A. FORD. Series 111, suited for shops running general-purpose and high-accuracy milling work.

This end mill is appropriate for use in CNC machining centers, knee mills, and manual milling machines in both job-shop and production environments. The uncoated micrograin carbide construction makes it well-suited for application groups H, K, M, N, P, and S as classified in the supplier data — covering a broad spectrum of workpiece materials including cast iron, non-ferrous metals, steel, and heat-resistant alloys. Its regular-length geometry fits standard toolholding setups without requiring extended-reach adapters.

Key Features

• Micrograin solid carbide construction for hardness and edge retention
• 4-flute, right-hand cut and right-hand spiral flute design
• 30-degree helix angle for improved chip flow and reduced cutting forces
• Centercutting capability enables direct plunge entry into workpiece
• Straight-cylindrical 1/4-inch shank fits standard collets and end mill holders
• Uncoated finish suitable for a wide range of material groups

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose OEM-style solid carbide square end mill for use in standard 1/4-inch collet chucks, end mill holders, and shrink-fit toolholding systems on CNC and manual milling machines. Compatible with workpiece material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S per supplier classification.

Installation Notes

Installation and tool changes must be performed with the spindle fully stopped and machine power locked out per shop safety procedures. Ensure the collet or end mill holder is clean and free of debris before seating the shank to full engagement depth. Carbide tooling is brittle — avoid side impacts during handling and storage. Tool runout should be verified with an indicator before beginning production cuts.