M.a. Ford 17875022NA Corner Radius End Mill 3/4in 5 Flute

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 17875022NA is a solid carbide corner radius end mill engineered for demanding metal removal in both roughing and finishing operations. It carries a 3/4 inch diameter, a 0.015 inch corner radius, and five right-hand spiral flutes arranged in a close pitch configuration. The AlTiN (ALtima) PVD coating delivers elevated heat resistance, making this tool well suited for high-speed cutting in hard and abrasive workpiece materials. With an extended reach design and a 5 inch overall length, it is installed by machinists and CNC programmers working in precision manufacturing environments where tool overhang and rigidity both matter.

This end mill is designed for single-end, centercutting use in CNC machining centers and manual milling equipment fitted with a compatible straight-cylindrical shank toolholder. Primary workpiece materials include steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium. The extended reach of 3 inches makes it appropriate for cavity milling, deep pocket work, and shoulder finishing passes where a standard-length tool cannot reach the work surface. It belongs to the M.A. FORD Series 178 long-reach end mill family.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and wear resistance across a wide range of metal alloys
• AlTiN (ALtima) PVD coating improves thermal resistance and extends tool life in high-speed steel and superalloy cuts
• 0.015 inch corner radius reduces stress concentration at the cutting edge and improves surface finish at corners
• Five-flute close-pitch design increases feed rates while maintaining chip clearance
• Extended reach geometry (3 inch reach) enables access to deep pockets and tall workpiece features
• Centercutting capability allows plunge entry directly into the workpiece material

Compatibility

Designed for use with straight-cylindrical shank toolholders accepting a 3/4 inch shank. Compatible workpiece materials include steel, stainless steel, cast iron, superalloys, and titanium (material codes P, M, K, S). Part of the M.A. FORD Series 178 extended-reach end mill line.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Secure the shank fully within the toolholder to the recommended engagement depth before tightening to prevent pullout under cutting loads. Verify spindle runout is within acceptable limits prior to first use, as excessive runout accelerates edge wear on carbide tooling. Confirm that coolant-through options are not required for the application, as this tool does not support through-spindle coolant.