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Milling Speed and Feed

Description

Determine the spindle speed (RPM) and feed rate (IPM) for a milling operation, as well as the cut time for a given cut length. Milling operations remove material by feeding a workpiece into a rotating cutting tool with sharp teeth, such as an end mill or face mill. Calculations use the desired tool diameter, number of teeth, cutting speed, and cutting feed, which should be chosen based on the specific cutting conditions, including the workpiece material and tool material.

MILLING SPEED AND FEED CALCULATOR

Tool diameter (in)

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Number of teeth

​

Feed per tooth (IPT)

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×

Number of teeth

—

=

Cutting feed (IPR)

​

Cutting speed (SFM)

× 12

​
÷

Tool diameter (in)

— × π

=

Spindle speed

RPM

​

Cutting feed (IPR)

—

×

Spindle speed

— RPM

=

Feed rate

IPM

​

Cut length (in)

​
÷

Feed rate

— IPM

=

Cut time (min)

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Milling Speed and Feed Diagram