M.a. Ford. 278100512B Corner Radius End Mill Head 5 Flute

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 278100512B is a solid carbide corner radius end mill head designed for precision milling operations in metalworking and machining environments. It features a 1/4 inch corner radius and five helical flutes with a right-hand cutting direction, making it well suited for high-feed finishing and contouring passes on hardened or difficult-to-machine materials. The variable index geometry helps reduce chatter and harmonic vibration during aggressive cuts. This tooling is installed and operated by machinists and CNC programmers working in job shops, aerospace, die and mold, and general manufacturing settings.

This end mill head is used in modular tooling systems that accept interchangeable milling heads, commonly found in CNC machining centers handling profiling, slotting, and ramping operations. The 1/4 inch corner radius reduces stress concentration at the cutting edge and extends tool life compared to sharp-corner end mills. It is appropriate for both roughing and finishing passes depending on feed and speed selection. Package quantity is one unit per order.

Key Features

• 1/4 inch corner radius reduces edge chipping and extends tool life on demanding materials
• 5-flute helical design increases feed rate capability and improves surface finish
• Solid carbide construction provides rigidity and wear resistance in hardened workpieces
• Right-hand flute direction and right-hand cutting orientation for standard CNC spindle use
• Variable index flute spacing reduces harmonic vibration and chatter at the cutting zone

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style interchangeable head for modular end mill systems accepting corner radius milling heads. Confirm shank and interface specifications against your toolholder system before ordering.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or CNC toolsetter. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the tool changer is disabled before handling or exchanging milling heads. Torque the head to the toolholder interface per the toolholder manufacturer specifications using appropriate wrenches. Inspect the seating surface and threads for chips or contamination before assembly to ensure accurate runout.