M.a. Ford 17723601A Corner Radius End Mill 6mm 4 Flute

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 17723601A is a solid carbide corner radius end mill engineered for high-performance material removal in demanding machining applications. Built to Series 177 standards, it features a 6 mm cutting diameter with a 0.5 mm corner radius, 13 mm length of cut, and a 57 mm overall length with a matching 6 mm straight cylindrical shank. The variable helix geometry reduces chatter and harmonics during both roughing and finishing passes. An ALTiN (ALtima) PVD coating provides thermal resistance and extended tool life in abrasive materials. The centercutting, single-end design allows plunge entry and versatile path strategies across a range of workpiece materials.

This end mill is suited for milling steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium — materials classified under ISO material groups P, M, K, and S. It is intended for use in CNC machining centers and milling machines with compatible toolholders. The short flute length and rigid carbide substrate make it well-suited for applications requiring tight tolerances and consistent surface finish in both roughing and finishing operations. Typical applications include slot milling, contour milling, and profiling in aerospace, die and mold, and general metalworking environments.

Key Features

• 6 mm cutting diameter with 0.5 mm corner radius for controlled edge blending and reduced stress concentration
• Variable helix flute geometry minimizes vibration and chatter during aggressive cuts
• ALTiN (ALtima) PVD coating for high-temperature wear resistance in ferrous and exotic alloys
• Centercutting design allows direct plunge entry without a pre-drilled start hole
• 4 flutes with right-hand cut and right-hand spiral for efficient chip evacuation
• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and dimensional stability in short-reach applications

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard CNC toolholders accepting a 6 mm straight cylindrical shank. Suitable for machining steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium per ISO material groups P, M, K, and S.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC setup technician. Ensure the machine spindle and toolholder are clean and free of debris before seating the shank to the specified depth. Verify runout at the cutting diameter before beginning a production run. Do not exceed the manufacturer-recommended speeds and feeds for the workpiece material and coating type.