Feeds and speeds software?

[Rye]

Hi mate,

It's a Chinese 6040 with 1.5k spindle (seen on ebay). I realise the 4 flute isn't best option, but was itching to give the 4 flute a try on a practice piece while I wait for the new bits to arrive (most have arrived except for the ones I need).

It cut reasonably well @ 16000 RPM with a FR of 550 - taking 1.8mm on each pass(except the last). Things did heat up though; had hot chips everywhere, but no clogging.



I'll take note of your comment and sort another piece to practice on. And if I can afford a can of air, I'll use that too. If not I'll have to suck on a polo and blow on it :)

[Clive S]

It cut reasonably well @ 16000 RPM with a FD of 550 - taking 1.8mm on each pass(except the last). Things did heat up though; had hot chips everywhere, but no clogging.


I'll take note of your comment and sort another piece to practice on. And if I can afford a can of air, I'll use that too. If not I'll have to suck on a polo and blow on it :)

Hot chips are good as they keep the tool cool.