M.a. Ford 13850001 Square End Mill 1/2 in 3 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 13850001 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling of non-ferrous metals and similar materials. With a 0.5 inch cutting diameter, a 0.75 inch length of cut, and a 3-inch overall length, this single-end tool handles slotting, profiling, and peripheral milling in CNC and manual machining setups. The 3-flute geometry with a 36-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation and smooth surface finish. The straight cylindrical shank measures 0.5 inches in diameter, fitting standard ER and side-lock toolholders. This tool ships uncoated and is center-cutting, allowing direct plunge entry into the workpiece.

This end mill is built for machining non-ferrous metals including aluminum, brass, copper, and similar materials where sharp edges and open flute geometry are critical for chip clearance. It fits standard CNC machining centers and manual knee mills equipped with 0.5 inch collet systems. The Series 138 designation from M.A. FORD identifies it as part of their general-purpose solid carbide end mill line. Machinists, tool and die shops, and production machining facilities are the primary users of this tool.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in non-ferrous milling
• 3-flute design with 36-degree helical flutes for efficient chip evacuation
• Center-cutting geometry allows direct plunge milling without pre-drilling
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute configuration for standard spindle rotation
• Uncoated finish suited to aluminum and other non-ferrous workpiece materials
• Straight cylindrical shank with h6 tolerance for accurate toolholder seating

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style solid carbide end mill for use in standard 0.5 inch collet toolholders and end mill holders on CNC machining centers and manual milling machines.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is locked out before inserting or removing the tool from its holder. Verify collet bore size and condition before seating the shank, and torque the collet nut according to the toolholder manufacturer specifications. Inspect the cutting edges for chips or damage before each use, particularly when working with abrasive or interrupted-cut applications.