ChipLoad

Bits › 1/2" 60-degree V-bit

60-degree V-bit profile illustration60°1/2" 60-degree V-bit feeds and speeds

4 sourced settings from Amana Tool. Published chip loads range from 0.003 to 0.003 in per tooth. Pick your material:

hardwood (1) · plastic (2) · softwood (1)

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Manufacturer / bitMaterialMachine classRPMFeed IPMChip load (in)Source
Amana Tool 45707Hardwoodindustrial1800090 ⚠0.003source
Amana Tool 45707Soft plasticindustrial1800090 ⚠0.003source
Amana Tool 45707Hard plasticindustrial1800090 ⚠0.003source
Amana Tool 45707Softwoodindustrial1800090 ⚠0.003source

FAQ

What feeds and speeds for a 1/2" 60-degree V-bit on a industrial CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Amana Tool) gives a chip load of 0.003 in per tooth and a feed of 90 IPM (4 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.