M.a. Ford 18047201B Corner Radius End Mill 12mm 7 Flute

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 18047201B is a 7-flute solid carbide corner radius end mill designed for high-performance finishing operations in demanding materials. It carries a 12 mm cutting diameter, a 0.5 mm corner radius, and a 32 mm length of cut. The ALtima Blaze PVD coating provides heat and wear resistance suited to dry or semi-dry cutting environments. With a super-close pitch and medium helix, this Series 180 tool maintains tight surface finish tolerances while reducing chatter in difficult-to-machine workpiece materials. It is a single-end, right-hand cutting tool with a straight cylindrical shank.

This end mill is built for finishing applications in steel, stainless steel, superalloys, and titanium - material groups classified as P, M, and S. The super-close pitch geometry and 7-flute configuration make it well-suited for light radial engagement passes in CNC machining centers. It seats into standard toolholders using its 12 mm straight shank. The 0.5 mm corner radius reduces stress concentrations at the cutting edge and extends tool life compared to a sharp-corner geometry in hardened or tough alloys.

Key Features

• 7-flute super-close pitch design optimized for finishing passes in steel, stainless steel, and superalloys
• ALtima Blaze PVD coating for elevated heat resistance and extended tool life in high-temp alloys
• 0.5 mm corner radius reduces edge chipping and improves surface finish quality
• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and dimensional stability at elevated cutting speeds
• Right-hand flute spiral with medium helix angle for balanced chip evacuation and cutting forces
• Single-end configuration with straight cylindrical shank for direct toolholder mounting

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard CNC toolholders accepting a 12 mm straight cylindrical shank. Intended for finishing operations in steel, stainless steel, superalloys, and titanium workpiece materials as indicated by material application codes P, M, and S.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC setup technicians using appropriate toolholders and torque specifications provided by the toolholder manufacturer. Confirm shank runout and holder cleanliness before seating the tool. This end mill is not center-cutting and should not be used for direct axial plunge operations. Follow machine tool manufacturer guidelines and applicable shop safety procedures when setting tool offsets and initiating cuts.