M.a. Ford 17862505A Corner Radius End Mill 5/8 in 5 Flute

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 17862505A is a solid carbide corner radius end mill designed for high-performance milling in demanding materials including steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium. The tool measures 5/8 inches in diameter with a 3/4 inches length of cut, a 0.045 inch corner radius, and a 3 inches overall length. It features five flutes with a right-hand spiral and medium helix, making it capable of handling both roughing and finishing operations in a single setup. The AlTiN-based PVD coating resists heat and wear at elevated cutting temperatures. This end mill is intended for use by machinists and tooling professionals working on CNC machining centers and manual mills with compatible straight-shank toolholders.

The 17862505A belongs to M.A. FORD Series 178 and is suited for close-pitch, single-end centercutting applications. Its straight cylindrical shank at 5/8 inches diameter fits standard toolholders used in job shops, production machining, and aerospace or industrial fabrication environments. The tool is optimized for right-hand cutting in materials coded P, M, K, and S, covering carbon and alloy steels, stainless steels, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium. It is a regular-length tool without extended reach, making it best suited for accessible features and shallow-to-moderate depth cuts.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and dimensional stability in hard and abrasive materials
• AlTiN PVD coating improves heat resistance and tool life when cutting steel, stainless, and superalloys
• 0.045 inch corner radius reduces stress concentration at the cutting edge and improves surface finish
• Five-flute close-pitch design increases feed rate capability while maintaining chip clearance
• Centercutting geometry allows plunge entry into the workpiece
• Single-end, right-hand spiral with medium helix balances cutting force and chip evacuation

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard straight-shank toolholders. Compatible with steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium workpiece materials as designated by material codes P, M, K, and S. Part of M.A. FORD Series 178.

Installation Notes

Installation and tool changes must be performed by qualified machinists with the spindle fully stopped and the machine in a safe, locked-out state. Ensure the toolholder bore and shank are clean and free of chips or debris before seating the end mill. Confirm runout with a dial indicator before beginning a cut, as excessive runout will accelerate edge wear and reduce surface finish quality. Follow the machine manufacturer and tooling manufacturer recommended speeds and feeds for the specific workpiece material and depth of cut.