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This end mill is suitable for machinists and CNC operators working in job shops, production machining environments, and tool rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis end mill is built for milling hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels, carbon steels, and high-temperature alloys, as indicated by its primary workpiece material codes H, K, M, P, and S. The center-cutting design allows for plunge entry, making it versatile for slotting, profiling, and pocketing operations. The right-hand cut and right-hand flute direction are standard for conventional CNC and manual milling machine setups. It is part of M.A. FORD. Series 178.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-flute design improves feed rates and surface finish compared to standard 4-flute end mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e38-degree helix angle promotes efficient chip evacuation and reduced cutting forces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALtima coating enhances heat and wear resistance for longer tool life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrograin solid carbide construction provides rigidity and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter-cutting capable  -  supports direct plunge entry into workpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight cylindrical shank is compatible with standard collet and end mill holder systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use in standard CNC machining centers and manual milling machines accepting a 0.25-inch straight shank. Suitable for milling hardened steels, cast irons, stainless steels, carbon steels, and high-temperature alloys per material codes H, K, M, P, and S.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC setup technicians. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before changing tooling. Seat the shank fully into the collet or end mill holder and torque the retention mechanism according to the holder manufacturer specifications. Verify runout with a dial indicator before beginning a production cut to protect both the tool and the workpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMill Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength of Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.375 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Mill Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid Carbide (Micrograin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\u003c\/strong\u003e: ALtima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelix Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 38 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Helical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Straight Cylindrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter Cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable Helix\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChipbreaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMill Diameter Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.000 to -0.002 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.000 to -0.0035 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: 178\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 pound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: M.A. FORD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 17825000A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"M.A. FORD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51743360942386,"sku":"17825000A","price":75.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/94a66028cc0a32227354af1db9807783_e8573e8f-bbc4-4072-8a49-ff7efc3d1208.jpg?v=1788846154","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/m-a-ford-17825000a-square-end-mill-0-25-in-5-flute-carbide","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}