High speed spindles
| Speeds and Feeds |
| Feed and Speed rates need to be determined to optimize machining time, surface finish, and tool life. Speeds and Feeds along with required horsepower can be calculated using the machinist’s handbook and a series of formulas. Information in the Machinists Handbook assumes production speeds: i.e. an average tool life of less than two hours. Production speeds state the maximum production for the cost of tooling, though they are sometimes impractical for the small jobs done at the machine shop. However, calculated speed and feed rates do give a useful reference in determining what rates should be used for our purposes. The following demonstrates how to calculate Speeds and Feeds for a surface milling or slotting operation. Handbook Values:
Other Variables:
Formulas
Input Air Turbine Spindles™ governed speeds from 25,000 to 90,000RPM and you will see the scale of savings these direct drive spindles can achieve in your application. |