ChipLoad

1/4" 15-degree V-bit feeds and speeds

49 sourced settings from High Country Tools. Published chip loads range from 0.00135 to 0.00894 in per tooth. Pick your material:

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FAQ

What feeds and speeds for a 1/4" 15-degree V-bit on a hobby-ultralight CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (High Country Tools) gives a chip load of 0.00135–0.00237 in per tooth and a feed of 16.2–27.2 IPM (9 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.

What feeds and speeds for a 1/4" 15-degree V-bit on a hobby-light CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (High Country Tools) gives a chip load of 0.00145–0.00368 in per tooth and a feed of 23.2–51.4 IPM (10 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.

What feeds and speeds for a 1/4" 15-degree V-bit on a hobby-rigid CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (High Country Tools) gives a chip load of 0.00207–0.00526 in per tooth and a feed of 33.1–73.5 IPM (10 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.

What feeds and speeds for a 1/4" 15-degree V-bit on a business CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (High Country Tools) gives a chip load of 0.00289–0.00737 in per tooth and a feed of 46.3–102.9 IPM (10 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.

What feeds and speeds for a 1/4" 15-degree V-bit on a industrial CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (High Country Tools) gives a chip load of 0.00351–0.00894 in per tooth and a feed of 56.2–124.9 IPM (10 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.