Cutting Speeds and Feeds

1. Why is it important that a drill be operated at the correct speed?

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2. Explain the difference between cutting speed and r/min.

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3. What factors determine the most economical drilling speed?

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4. Calculate the r/min required to drill the following holes using a high-speed drill:

a. A 3/8” dia. hole in tool steel i. A 3/8” dia. hole in steel casting
b. A 1/2” dia. hole in tool steel j. A 1/2” dia. hole in steel casting
c. A 3/4” dia. hole in tool steel k. A 3/4” dia. hole in steel casting
d. A 1” dia. hole in tool steel l. A 1” dia. hole in steel casting

e. A 3/8” dia. hole in aluminum m. A 3/8” dia. hole in cast iron

f. A 1/2” dia. hole in aluminum n. A 1/2” dia. hole in cast iron
g. A 3/4” dia. hole in aluminum o. A 3/4” dia. hole in cast iron
h. A 1” dia. hole in aluminum p. A 1” dia. hole in cast iron

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5. What is the purpose of a cutting fluid?

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6. Name four important qualities that a cutting fluid should have;

a. c.

b. d.

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