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Licensed machinists and CNC operators running steel, stainless steel, cast iron, or high-temperature alloys will find this end mill well suited to finishing and semi-finishing passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis end mill is designed for use on CNC machining centers and manual knee mills handling ferrous metals and high-temp alloys. The centercutting geometry allows for plunge milling as well as peripheral and slot cutting operations. Its right-hand cut and right-hand flute configuration follow standard toolholder conventions, making it a direct fit for most ER and shrink-fit collet systems. The standard length designation and 6.00 mm shank diameter suit typical tool magazine setups in job shop and production environments. Primary material codes P, M, K, and S confirm suitability across carbon steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and superalloy workpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALtima Blaze AlCrN coating for elevated heat resistance and extended tool life in hard materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable helix angle (38 to 41 degrees) reduces chatter and improves surface finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrograin solid carbide substrate provides rigidity and wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentercutting design enables plunge entry without a pre-drilled pilot hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-flute spiral geometry balances chip clearance with cutting edge strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-hand cut and right-hand flute for standard CNC toolholder compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for machining steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and high-temperature alloys as indicated by primary workpiece material codes P, M, K, and S. Compatible with standard ER collet chucks and shrink-fit holders accepting a 0.2362 inch (6.00 mm) shank diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified machinist or CNC setup technician. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the tool changer is in a safe state before inserting or removing the end mill from its holder. Use a torque wrench and manufacturer-specified collet nut torque values for the specific holder in use — do not overtighten or seat by feel alone. Verify runout with a dial indicator after tool installation to protect the micrograin substrate from premature edge chipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMill Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.1968 inches (5.00 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength of Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5118 inches (13.00 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2362 inches (6.00 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 57.00 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4\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\/Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: ALtima Blaze (AlCrN family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelix Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 38 to 41 degrees (Variable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut 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\u003eSingle or Double End\u003c\/strong\u003e: Single\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentercutting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable Helix\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoolant Through\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: 277\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem of Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Metric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.31 pounds\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: 277 0500B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"M.A. FORD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51750089457970,"sku":"277 0500B","price":79.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/736f1c0906db09c1884ac25d714da5a9_975cf949-741d-4df9-8e60-af08ad742aaa.jpg?v=1788913558","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/m-a-ford-277-0500b-square-end-mill-0-1968-in-4-flute-carbide","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}