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It is part of the M.A. FORD Series 138 long-reach end mill family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis end mill is intended for machining non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, brass, copper, and similar materials. The right-hand cut and right-hand spiral flute configuration are standard for conventional CNC machining center spindles. The long series geometry makes it well suited for applications requiring extended reach into pockets, slots, or stepped features where a standard-length end mill cannot reach the full depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid carbide construction for high rigidity and wear resistance in non-ferrous cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-flute spiral design with 36-degree helix angle for efficient chip evacuation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentercutting geometry allows direct plunge entry without pre-drilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-hand cut, right-hand flute — compatible with standard CNC spindle rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong series (Series 138) with 1.5-inch length of cut for extended-reach applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMill diameter tolerance of +0.0000 \/ -0.0005 inches for precise fit and finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with standard 0.5-inch straight-cylindrical shank toolholders. Primary workpiece material designation is non-ferrous metal (Material Code N), including aluminum, brass, and copper alloys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC setup technician. Secure the shank fully within the toolholder to the minimum recommended gauge length before tightening. Verify spindle runout with a dial indicator before cutting — excessive runout accelerates flute wear on solid carbide tools. Confirm correct spindle direction (right-hand rotation) and programmed feed and speed parameters before engaging the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMill Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength of Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelix Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 36 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Mill Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid Carbide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uncoated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Straight-Cylindrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentercutting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMill Diameter Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.0000 \/ -0.0005 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: h6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Workpiece Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Non-Ferrous Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: 138\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.55 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: M.A. FORD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13850004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"M.A. FORD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51753713271090,"sku":"13850004","price":209.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/f857fc6fa96f6209f77d67bdd9e438b4_6f5bf99a-6bfe-45e1-ad55-e0c092e9a096.jpg?v=1788939894","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/m-a-ford-13850004-square-end-mill-0-5-in-solid-carbide","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}