Approach Distance in Machine Tools and Operations Formulas

Approach Distance is the extra distance the drill travels before it starts cutting into the workpiece. It allows the tool to reach its cutting speed and position itself properly for an accurate hole. And is denoted by A. Approach Distance is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Approach Distance is always positive.

Formulas to find Approach Distance in Machine Tools and Operations

fxLength of Approach for Drilling OperationGo

Machine Tools and Operations formulas that make use of Approach Distance

fxDrill Point Angle for given Length of ApproachGo

fxDiameter of Drill Bit given Length of ApproachGo

List of variables in Machine Tools and Operations formulas

fx Diameter of Drill Bit Go

fx Drill Point Angle Go

FAQ

What is the Approach Distance?

Approach Distance is the extra distance the drill travels before it starts cutting into the workpiece. It allows the tool to reach its cutting speed and position itself properly for an accurate hole. Approach Distance is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Approach Distance is always positive.

Can the Approach Distance be negative?

No, the Approach Distance, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Approach Distance?

Approach Distance is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Approach Distance can be measured.

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