M.a. Ford 16323430 Square End Mill 15/64 in 4 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 16323430 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling operations across a range of workpiece materials. Built to Series 163 specifications, it features a 15/64 inch (0.2344 inch) cutting diameter with a tight mill diameter tolerance of +0.000/-0.002 inches, ensuring consistent, accurate cuts. The 4-flute spiral configuration with a 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation and smooth surface finishes. Micrograin carbide construction delivers the hardness and wear resistance required for demanding cutting environments. This stub-length end mill is intended for use by machinists and tool-and-die professionals in CNC machining centers and manual mills.

This end mill is suited for milling ferrous and non-ferrous metals, high-temperature alloys, and cast materials, as indicated by its primary workpiece material codes covering material groups H, K, M, N, P, and S. The stub length-of-cut range of 0.5000 to 0.6000 inches makes it well-suited for shallow-pocket milling, slotting, and profiling applications where rigidity is a priority. The straight cylindrical shank fits standard 1/4 inch collets and tool holders. Centercutting capability allows for direct plunge entry into workpieces without a pre-drilled pilot hole.

Key Features

• Solid micrograin carbide construction for high hardness and extended tool life
• 4-flute spiral design with 30-degree helix angle for efficient chip evacuation
• Centercutting geometry allows direct plunge milling
• Mill diameter tolerance of +0.000/-0.002 inches for precise fitment
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute orientation for standard CNC and manual mill setups
• Uncoated finish suitable for use with appropriate cutting fluids on a broad material range

Compatibility

Compatible with workpiece material groups H, K, M, N, P, and S as defined by the Series 163 application matrix. Fits standard 1/4 inch straight-cylindrical collets and tool holders.

Installation Notes

Installation and tool changes should be performed by a qualified machinist with the spindle fully stopped and the machine in a safe, locked-out state. Ensure the collet and tool holder are clean and free of debris before seating the shank. Apply appropriate cutting fluid or coolant for the target material to maximize tool life and surface finish quality. Follow machine manufacturer torque specifications when tightening collet nuts.