M.A. Ford 13562905N3 Tuffcut Al 2 Flute End Mill Necked 16.0Mm statue

TuffCut AL 16.0 mm Necked End Mill

The M.A. Ford 13562905N3 is a two-flute carbide end mill necked for extended reach in aluminium and non-ferrous materials. It serves CNC programmers and machinists who need clearance for deep pockets or tall walls without switching to a longer overall tool. The necked geometry reduces deflection compared with a standard long-flute cutter of the same diameter. California Proposition 65 warnings apply to this product.

Sustained aluminium profiling performance

Under continuous cuts the polished flutes evacuate chips efficiently and resist built-up edge, keeping cutting forces stable over long tool paths. The necked shank maintains rigidity where a plain long flute would chatter, so surface finish stays consistent from the first pass to the final depth. Heat concentrates in the short flute length rather than conducting into the holder, preserving dimensional accuracy during extended runs.

Upgrade from standard long-flute cutters

Shops replacing a conventional 16.0 mm long-flute tool gain reach without the vibration penalty that forces lower feed rates. The step is worthwhile when part geometry demands clearance past fixtures or deep cavity walls that a standard flute length cannot reach. It does not suit hardened steels or high-temperature alloys where a dedicated geometry and coating are required.