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Silver cylindrical end mill with rounded tip and fluted shaft

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford 15612500A Tuffcut Dm End Mill 1/8

SKU CH-J8Q0-NWENY

A 1/8 inch 2-flute ball nose end mill for precision milling operations

  • Product typeCutting Tools
  • 2-flute ball nose design enables smooth contour milling
  • TuffCut DM coating extends tool life in abrasive materials
  • 1/8 inch diameter suits precision profiling tasks
  • M.A. Ford manufacturing ensures consistent cutting performance
  • California Prop 65 warning discloses regulated chemical content

M.A. Ford 15612500A Tuffcut Dm End Mill

The M.A. Ford 15612500A Tuffcut Dm is a two-flute ball nose end mill with a 1/8 cutting diameter. It is designed for machinists and fabricators who need precise contouring and profiling in a variety of materials. The tool suits CNC milling operations requiring a small-radius finish. Buyers who need larger diameters or higher flute counts for heavy material removal should look elsewhere.

Thermals noise and power draw

As a solid rotary cutting tool, the end mill generates heat at the cutting interface during operation. Noise levels depend entirely on the machine spindle, workpiece rigidity and cutting parameters selected by the operator. Power draw is determined by the machine tool and the depth of cut applied. No independent thermal, acoustic or electrical ratings are published for this item.

Bundled accessories and software

The product ships as a single cutting tool with no additional accessories, collets or software included. Manufacturer highlights note that orders of $75 or more ship free and that this item ships directly from the manufacturer. California Proposition 65 warnings advise that the product contains chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Price $43.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameM.A. FORD
Product typeCutting Tools

Questions about this item

How do I install the 1/8 ball nose end mill in my machine, and what step do people often get wrong?

Secure the 1/8 shank fully in a clean collet or holder, then tighten to the machine's specified torque; the step often missed is verifying run-out before cutting.

What maintenance or replacement will the 15612500A end mill need later?

Inspect the two flute ball nose for wear or chipping after each job; replace the tool when the cutting edges dull or the coating is compromised.

What limit appears first on the Tuffcut Dm end mill during sustained use?

Heat buildup at the 1/8 diameter cutting zone typically limits continuous feed rates before flank wear becomes critical.

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