M.a. Ford. 16450000 Square End Mill 1/2 in 2 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 16450000 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling operations across a wide range of workpiece materials. It features a 1/2 inch mill diameter, a 5/8 inch length of cut, and a 2-1/2 inch overall length with a 1/2 inch straight-cylindrical shank. Built from micrograin solid carbide, it delivers the rigidity and edge retention needed in demanding metal removal applications. The two-flute, right-hand spiral configuration with a 30-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation. This is a centercutting, uncoated, stub-length end mill from the M.A. FORD. Series 164 line.

This end mill suits general-purpose and production milling in materials classified under ISO codes H, K, M, N, P, and S, covering hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels, non-ferrous metals, carbon and alloy steels, and heat-resistant superalloys. The stub-length geometry provides extra rigidity with reduced overhang, making it well suited for slotting, profiling, and peripheral milling on CNC machining centers and manual knee mills where deflection control is critical.

Key Features

• Solid micrograin carbide construction for superior hardness and wear resistance
• 2-flute, right-hand cut with right-hand spiral flute at a 30-degree helix angle
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry into workpiece material
• Stub length-of-cut range (0.600 to 0.700 inches) maximizes rigidity and minimizes deflection
• Uncoated finish suitable for use with or without cutting fluid across multiple material types
• Mill diameter tolerance of plus 0.000 / minus 0.003 inches for consistent fit in standard toolholders

Compatibility

Compatible with workpiece materials designated under ISO material codes H, K, M, N, P, and S, including hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels, non-ferrous alloys, carbon steels, and heat-resistant superalloys. Shank diameter of 1/2 inch fits standard ER, side-lock, and shrink-fit toolholders of the same bore size.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC tooling technicians. Power down and lock out the spindle before changing tooling. Ensure the toolholder bore and shank are clean and free of chips or burrs before seating the end mill to achieve proper runout. Follow machine manufacturer torque specifications for the specific toolholder type in use.