M.a. Ford. 12107871 Square End Mill 0.0787 in 2 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 12107871 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling operations in metalworking and manufacturing environments. With a 0.0787-inch (2.00 mm) mill diameter and a 0.2362-inch (6.00 mm) length of cut, this is a small-diameter tool built for fine detail work, slotting, and profiling in tight geometries. The 1.5-inch overall length and straight-cylindrical shank make it compatible with standard collet and toolholder setups on CNC machining centers and manual mills. Installation and use are handled by machinists and CNC operators working to close tolerances. The 30-degree helix angle supports chip evacuation while maintaining edge strength on demanding cuts.

This end mill is suited for milling a broad range of workpiece materials including cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, steel alloys, heat-resistant superalloys, and free-machining materials, corresponding to material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S. Its centercutting geometry allows it to plunge directly into a workpiece, making it useful for interpolated pocketing, slotting, and side milling operations. The uncoated finish is appropriate for applications where coating is not required or where re-sharpening is anticipated. Series 121 regular-length geometry keeps the tool stiff and minimizes deflection at this diameter.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance at small diameters
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry into the workpiece
• 30-degree helix angle promotes chip flow and reduces cutting forces
• Right-hand cut and right-hand spiral flute configuration for standard CNC spindle use
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard collets and ER-style toolholders
• Uncoated finish suitable for general-purpose use or re-sharpening workflows

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style tooling solution for CNC machining centers and manual mills accepting a 3.00 mm (0.1181-inch) straight-cylindrical shank, within the M.A. FORD. Series 121 regular-length end mill family.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed and operated by machinists and CNC programmers working with precision milling equipment. Always ensure the spindle is fully powered down and the machine is in a safe state before changing tooling. Seat the shank fully in the collet or toolholder and torque the drawbar or collet nut to the equipment manufacturer's specification. At this diameter, avoid excessive runout in the toolholder, as even small amounts of runout will shorten tool life and degrade surface finish.