M.a. Ford. 11611810A Square End Mill 0.1181 in 3 Flute

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 11611810A is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling in demanding machining environments. With a 0.1181-inch cutting diameter, a 0.4724-inch length of cut, and a 3-flute helical geometry ground at a 30-degree helix angle, this tool delivers efficient chip evacuation and smooth cutting action at small diameters. The micrograin carbide substrate provides the hardness and edge retention needed for consistent performance in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It carries an ALtima coating for enhanced wear resistance and thermal protection. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals install this end mill in CNC machining centers and manual mills for fine detail work, slotting, and profiling operations.

This end mill is suited for milling a broad range of workpiece materials, including hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and high-temperature alloys, as indicated by its primary material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S. The straight-cylindrical shank and standard length profile make it compatible with standard ER collet chucks and precision end mill holders commonly used in production and prototype machining environments. Its center-cutting capability allows direct plunge entry where the application requires it.

Key Features

• Solid micrograin carbide construction for superior hardness and edge retention at small diameters
• ALtima coating provides wear resistance and thermal barrier for extended tool life
• 3-flute helical design with 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation
• Center-cutting geometry allows direct plunge milling
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute orientation for standard CNC spindle use
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard collet chucks and end mill holders

Compatibility

Designed as a Series 116 solid carbide square end mill with a 0.1181-inch diameter and straight-cylindrical shank, this tool is compatible with ER collet systems and end mill holders sized for 3 mm or 0.1181-inch shank diameters. Suitable for milling workpiece material categories H, K, M, N, P, and S as specified by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist following the machine tool manufacturer's tooling guidelines. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is in a safe, locked-out state before changing tooling. Secure the shank to the recommended minimum insertion depth in the collet or holder to prevent tool pullout under cutting loads. Verify runout at the cutting tip after installation to protect edge integrity and dimensional accuracy.