M.a. Ford. 17725012A Corner Radius End Mill 4 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 17725012A is a solid carbide corner radius end mill engineered for high-performance milling across demanding workpiece materials. Built to Series 177 specifications, this single-end, centercutting tool features a 0.25-inch diameter, a 0.015-inch corner radius, and four flutes with a variable helix geometry. The ALTiN (ALtima) PVD coating provides thermal resistance and extended tool life when cutting steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and superalloys including titanium. With a short-length flute design and straight cylindrical shank, it fits standard toolholders and suits both roughing and finishing operations in CNC machining centers and manual mills.

This end mill is suited for precision material removal in ferrous and high-temperature alloy applications. The 0.5-inch length of cut and 2.5-inch overall length make it a practical choice for shallow-to-moderate-depth pocketing, profiling, and contouring passes. The variable helix reduces harmonic chatter, which is especially useful when machining thin-wall features or interruptions in stainless steel and superalloy workpieces. Right-hand cutting and right-hand flute direction are standard. No chipbreaker geometry is present, keeping the cutting edge optimized for consistent finish passes as well as aggressive stock removal.

Key Features

• AlTiN (ALtima) PVD coating rated for steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and superalloys including titanium
• Variable helix flute geometry reduces chatter and vibration during cutting
• 0.015-inch corner radius protects the cutting edge and improves corner life in high-feed applications
• Centercutting design allows plunge entry into the workpiece
• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and heat resistance superior to HSS tooling
• Straight cylindrical shank compatible with standard collet chucks and end mill holders

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard toolholders accepting a 0.25-inch straight cylindrical shank. Primary workpiece materials are steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and superalloys and titanium (material codes P, M, K, S).

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist familiar with CNC or manual milling operations. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down before changing tooling. Secure the shank to the published minimum insertion depth for the toolholder being used and verify runout with a dial indicator before cutting. Follow the tool manufacturer and machine builder recommendations for feed rate, speed, and depth of cut based on the workpiece material and machine rigidity.