M.A. Ford 16503120 Tuffcut Gp 4 Flute Ball Nose End Mill Stub 1/32 pneumatic accessory

TuffCut GP 4-Flute Ball Nose End Mill

The M.A. Ford 16503120 is a solid-carbide rotary cutter designed for contouring and profiling in CNC and manual milling machines. Its four-flute geometry and ball-nose profile suit general-purpose machining across steel, cast iron and non-ferrous alloys. The stub length increases rigidity for shallow-pocket work. This accessory targets machinists and maintenance shops needing a durable, small-diameter finishing tool.

1/32-Inch Diameter Capacity and Headroom

The 1/32-inch cutting diameter handles fine-detail cavities, tight radii and light finishing passes where larger tools cannot reach. Four flutes provide smooth surface finishes at moderate feed rates in medium-hardness materials. The short flute length limits depth of cut, so deep pockets or tall walls require a longer-reach tool. Heavy roughing or high-material-removal rates will exceed the tool’s structural headroom.

Stub-Length Shank Fit and Workflow Impact

The stub-length shank fits standard ER collets, Weldon flats or shrink-fit holders without special adapters, freeing up spindle clearance for fixturing or multi-axis access. Solid carbide construction allows higher spindle speeds than high-speed steel equivalents, reducing cycle time on finishing passes. Shops without high-rpm spindles or rigid toolholding may not realise the full speed advantage. The tool arrives new and ready for immediate use.