M.a. Ford 13831500R.118 Corner Radius End Mill 8mm

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 13831500R.118 is a solid carbide corner radius end mill engineered for both roughing and finishing operations on non-ferrous metals. It features an 8 mm cutting diameter, a 3 mm corner radius, and three right-hand spiral flutes with a medium, 36-degree helix angle. The bright/uncoated finish is suited to applications where coating buildup or adhesion is a concern. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals install this tool in standard toolholders for milling operations that require a blended radius at the bottom edge of a cut to reduce stress concentration and improve surface finish.

This end mill is designed for primary use in non-ferrous metal applications, including aluminum, brass, copper, and similar materials. It is a single-end, centercutting design, meaning it can be used for plunge entries as well as peripheral and slot milling. The short flute length and straight-cylindrical shank make it suitable for general-purpose CNC milling centers and manual mills where a compact, rigid tool is needed. Series 138 indicates a short-length configuration, providing added stability during aggressive cuts.

Key Features

• 3 mm corner radius reduces edge chipping and stress concentration at the floor of a milled pocket
• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and wear resistance in non-ferrous metal cutting
• Centercutting geometry allows direct plunge entry without a pre-drilled hole
• Right-hand cutting and right-hand flute direction for standard spindle rotation
• Bright/uncoated finish well suited for aluminum and other non-ferrous materials where coating adhesion is undesirable
• Normal pitch, no chipbreaker - optimized for clean finishing passes as well as light roughing

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard straight-bore toolholders accepting an 8 mm shank diameter. Primary workpiece material classification is non-ferrous metal (material code N), per M.A. FORD Series 138 specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician following the toolholder manufacturer's clamping specifications. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the tool changer or quill is locked before installing or removing the end mill. Confirm shank seating depth and runout with a dial indicator before beginning a cut. Do not exceed the tool's rated cutting parameters for the workpiece material being machined.