RECOMMENDED CUTTING CONDITIONS FOR SRFT BALL-NOSE INSERTS

Work MaterialHardnessInsert GradesCutting Speed vc (SFM)Feed per Tooth fz (IPT)Depth of Cut ap (inch)
P Mild Steel180HBEP6120655 (260─985).008(.004─.012)
180─280HBEP6120655 (260─985).008(.004─.012)
Carbon Steel Alloy SteelVP15TF655 (260─985).008(.004─.012)
280─350HBEP6120655 (260─985).008(.004─.012)
Phdd Stl35─45HRCEP6120490 (260─655).008(.004─.012)
re-arene eeVP15TF490 (260─655).008(.004─.012)
All Tl Stl350HBEP6120490 (260─655).008(.004─.012)
oy oo eeVP15TF490 (260─655).008 (.004─.012)
K Gray Cast Iron350MPaMP8010820 (260─1475).008 (.004─.012)
Dctile Cast Iron450MPaMP8010655 (260─985).008 (.004─.012)
u800MPaMP8010655 (260─985).008 (.004─.012)
N Copper,Copper AlloyEP6120655 (260─985).008 (.004─.012)
H45─55HRCMP8010330 (195─395).008 (.004─.012)
Hardened Steel55─65HRCMP8010260 (195─395).008 (.004─.012)

Note 1) The values above are for average machining conditions. The optimum values can change slightly according to the condition and rigidity of the machine and work holding. Adjust the values accordingly. Note 2) For end mills with a carbide shank, up to 20% higher cutting conditions are possible. Note 3) Please note the following when machining hardened steel with MP8010.

  • Please shorten the overhang length as much as possible.
  • Use with carbide shank recommended.
  • Take special care with the depth of cut to prevent fracture.

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