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Silver cylindrical 5.0 mm ball nose end mill with two spiral flutes

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford Tuffcut GP 2 Flute Ball Nose End Mill 5.0 mm

SKU CH-VDR8-PEGRR

Two-flute ball-nose end mill with a 5.0 mm cutting diameter for profiling and contouring operations

  • 0 mm ball nose creates smooth 3D contours
  • Two-flute design clears chips efficiently in deep pockets
  • M.A. Ford TuffCut GP geometry resists wear in general-purpose milling
  • 15019680 part number simplifies reordering and inventory tracking
  • California Proposition 65 warning indicates regulated substances present

Cutting tool identity

This M.A. Ford Tuffcut GP end mill is a two-flute ball-nose cutter sized at 5.0 mm. It is manufactured for machining operations that require radius profiling, contouring or finishing passes in a variety of materials. The tool is supplied new and carries the manufacturer part number 15019680.

Accessory and software impact

No accessories, coatings or software are mentioned in the supplier data for this item. The product ships as a single cutting tool without additional hardware or digital licences. California Proposition 65 notices indicate the presence of chemicals linked to cancer and reproductive harm.

Suitability and alternatives

This cutter suits machinists who need a 5.0 mm ball-nose geometry for general-purpose milling. Buyers who require a different diameter, flute count or specialised coating should look at other tooling options. The listed free-shipping threshold of $75 applies to the order, not to the tool itself.

How it compares

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Price $22.99
Cheaper than about 58% of the 5,493 comparable items (median $27.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameM.A. FORD

Questions about this item

When will the 5.0 mm ball nose need replacing?

Replace the end mill once the cutting edges show visible wear or chipping, as dull flutes increase cutting forces and reduce finish quality on the workpiece.

What limits continuous cutting with this 2 flute tool?

Heat buildup in the 5.0 mm cutting zone is the first limit; without adequate coolant or reduced feed rates the carbide can overheat and lose hardness.

How much noise and heat does the 5.0 mm end mill generate in all-day milling?

The tool itself runs quietly; most noise comes from the spindle and material removal, while heat concentrates at the 5.0 mm tip and must be managed with coolant or air blast.

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