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Small cylindrical metal end mill with rounded tip and two spiral flutes

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford 15012500T Tuffcut Gp 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill 1/8 pneumatic accessory

SKU CH-6P16-QSRD9

Two-flute ball-nose end mill cuts contoured profiles in metal and plastic

  • 2-flute ball nose cuts smooth contours
  • TuffCut GP coating resists wear
  • 1/8 inch shank fits standard collets
  • Brand new M.A. Ford manufacture
  • California Prop 65 chemical warning applies

TuffCut GP 2-flute ball-nose end mill

The M.A. Ford 15012500T is a 1/8-inch solid carbide end mill with two flutes and a ball-nose profile. It is intended for general-purpose contouring, profiling and 3D surfacing in steel, stainless steel and non-ferrous alloys.

Practical limits of the tool geometry

Two flutes provide generous chip space but restrict feed rates compared with higher-flute tools. The ball nose leaves a scallop height determined by step-over, so finish passes take longer. Hardened materials above typical HRC ranges will reduce tool life quickly.

Installation notes and common issues

The plain shank fits standard ER, collet or Weldon holders; run-out must be checked at the tip before cutting. Insufficient clamping or excessive overhang causes chatter and premature wear. Flood coolant or directed air blast is essential to clear chips from the flute gullets.

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Price $17.99
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Brand nameM.A. FORD

Questions about this item

Which diameter of the Tuffcut GP 2-flute ball-nose end mill should I select for my job?

The item listed is the 1/8 inch diameter version; choose it when your tool path calls for a 1/8 inch ball-nose cutter.

What does the 2-flute ball-nose geometry mean when the cutter is in the spindle?

Two flutes give good chip clearance in softer materials while the ball nose produces a rounded bottom contour on each pass.

What shank standard does the 15012500T use and what does that limit?

The cutter has a standard 1/8 inch shank, so it fits any collet or holder that accepts 1/8 inch tooling and cannot be used in larger holders without an adapter.

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