M.a. Ford 16443750A Square End Mill 7/16 in 2 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 16443750A is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling in demanding industrial and machining applications. With a 7/16 inch (0.4375 inch) mill diameter and a 5/8 inch length of cut, this stub-length tool delivers rigidity and control in tight setups. The micrograin carbide substrate is coated with TiAlN for extended tool life at elevated cutting temperatures. A 30-degree right-hand helix promotes efficient chip evacuation, and the center-cutting geometry allows plunge entry. This end mill is installed by machinists and tool-and-die professionals running CNC mills, VMCs, and manual knee mills.

The 16443750A is suited for milling ferrous and non-ferrous materials across a broad range of workpiece categories, including cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, heat-resistant alloys, and long-chipping materials as indicated by primary workpiece material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S. The stub-length configuration keeps overhang minimal, making it a practical choice for shoulder milling, slotting, and profiling operations where tool deflection must be controlled. It carries a straight cylindrical shank matching the 7/16 inch mill diameter for direct collet or end mill holder installation.

Key Features

• Micrograin solid carbide substrate for hardness and wear resistance
• TiAlN coating extends tool life in high-temperature cutting environments
• 30-degree right-hand spiral flutes promote chip flow and reduce heat buildup
• Center-cutting design allows direct plunge entry without a pre-drilled hole
• Stub-length (Series 164) body minimizes deflection in short-reach applications
• Mill diameter tolerance of +0.000 / -0.003 inches supports close-tolerance work

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard 7/16 inch collets, end mill holders, or shrink-fit toolholders on CNC machining centers and manual milling machines. Primary workpiece material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S are specified by the manufacturer for this tool.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and locked out before inserting or removing the tool from the holder. Seat the straight cylindrical shank fully into the collet or end mill holder and torque the retention nut to the toolholder manufacturer's specification. Confirm runout with a dial indicator before beginning a production cut to protect both the tool and the workpiece.