M.A. Ford 16525000 Tuffcut GP 4-flute ball nose end mill stub 1/4 pneumatic accessory

What it is

This M.A. Ford 16525000 Tuffcut GP end mill is a four-flute ball nose cutter with a stub length and 1/4 shank. It is designed for general-purpose milling in a variety of materials using pneumatic or electric rotary tools. Machinists and fabricators who need a rigid, short-reach tool for contouring or pocketing will find it suitable. The item is supplied new and ships directly from the manufacturer.

Sustained use

The four-flute geometry promotes stable chip evacuation during continuous cutting passes, reducing vibration compared with fewer flutes. Stub length adds rigidity so the tool resists deflection when the spindle runs for extended periods. Heat buildup is managed by the flute design, though the supplier notes the product contains a chemical listed under California Proposition 65 as a cancer risk and a reproductive-harm risk.

Before ordering

Confirm that your tool holder accepts a 1/4 shank and that the machine provides sufficient run-out control for a stub-length cutter. Verify that your workpiece material and coolant arrangement are compatible with the cutting geometry. Orders valued at $75 or more qualify for free shipping from the manufacturer. No other dimensions or coating details are provided in the supplied data.