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Cylindrical metal cutting tool with fluted shaft and reduced neck section 12.0 mm diameter

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford Tuffcut Al 2 Flute End Mill Necked 12.0 mm

SKU CH-MGH2-7XAC7

Two-flute necked end mill for aluminium, 12.0 mm diameter, designed for deep-reach milling operations

  • Product typeCutting Tools
  • Precision milling with 2-flute necked design for aluminium
  • 0 mm diameter suits standard tool holders
  • Tuffcut Al geometry reduces chip welding
  • M.A. Ford quality for consistent cutting performance
  • California Prop 65 warning: contains listed chemicals

M.A. Ford Tuffcut Al End Mill

The M.A. Ford Tuffcut Al is a 12.0 mm two-flute end mill with a necked design. It is intended for machinists and fabricators who need a dedicated aluminium cutting tool. The tool carries the manufacturer part number 13547207N3 for identification. Buyers who require a different diameter or flute count should select another product.

Thermals noise and power draw

Cutting aluminium generates heat at the tool-workpiece interface rather than in the tool body itself. Proper coolant or lubrication manages temperature during normal milling passes. The tool does not produce electrical noise or draw power independently of the machine spindle. Operators sensitive to chemical exposure should note the Proposition 65 warning included by the manufacturer.

Behaviour under sustained load

The necked geometry provides clearance for deeper pocketing without shank interference during extended cuts. Two flutes allow large chip evacuation which reduces the chance of re-cutting during long tool paths. Consistent feed rates and appropriate spindle speed maintain edge life over prolonged production runs. The tool is sold new and ships directly from M.A. Ford for orders meeting the 75 threshold.

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Price $90.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameM.A. FORD
Product typeCutting Tools

Questions about this item

How do I install the 12.0 mm necked end mill in my tool holder?

Mount the 12.0 mm shank in a matching collet or shrink-fit holder, tighten to the holder’s rated torque, and verify run-out before cutting.

What maintenance will the Tuffcut Al end mill need over time?

Inspect the two flutes for wear after each job, re-sharpen when edge radius grows, and replace once the neck diameter drops below tolerance.

What limit appears first during sustained aluminium milling?

Heat buildup in the 12.0 mm neck section typically limits continuous feed rates before flank wear becomes critical.

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