Cutting Speed Formula

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Cutting speed also known as surface speed or cutting velocity, refers to the speed at which the cutting tool moves across the workpiece surface during the machining process. Check FAQs
Vc=πdiN
Vc - Cutting Speed?di - Initial Diameter of Workpiece?N - Number of Revolutions?π - Archimedes' constant?

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6.9848Edit=3.141631Edit684.88Edit
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Cutting Speed Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Cutting Speed?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Vc=πdiN
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Vc=π31mm684.88rev/min
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
Vc=3.141631mm684.88rev/min
Next Step Convert Units
Vc=3.14160.031m71.7205rad/s
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Vc=3.14160.03171.7205
Next Step Evaluate
Vc=6.984811150603m/s
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Vc=6.9848m/s

Cutting Speed Formula Elements

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Constants
Cutting Speed
Cutting speed also known as surface speed or cutting velocity, refers to the speed at which the cutting tool moves across the workpiece surface during the machining process.
Symbol: Vc
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Initial Diameter of Workpiece
Initial diameter of workpiece refers to the diameter of the raw material before any material removal takes place during the machining process.
Symbol: di
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Number of Revolutions
Number of revolutions refers to the number of times the cutting tool rotates around its axis during the machining process.
Symbol: N
Measurement: Angular VelocityUnit: rev/min
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288

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How to Evaluate Cutting Speed?

Cutting Speed evaluator uses Cutting Speed = pi*Initial Diameter of Workpiece*Number of Revolutions to evaluate the Cutting Speed, Cutting speed, also known as surface speed or cutting velocity, is a critical parameter in metal cutting processes. It refers to the speed at which the cutting tool moves relative to the workpiece material being cut. Cutting speed is typically measured in meters per minute (m/min) or feet per minute (ft/min). Cutting Speed is denoted by Vc symbol.

How to evaluate Cutting Speed using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Cutting Speed, enter Initial Diameter of Workpiece (di) & Number of Revolutions (N) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Cutting Speed

What is the formula to find Cutting Speed?
The formula of Cutting Speed is expressed as Cutting Speed = pi*Initial Diameter of Workpiece*Number of Revolutions. Here is an example- 6.984811 = pi*0.031*71.7204658827004.
How to calculate Cutting Speed?
With Initial Diameter of Workpiece (di) & Number of Revolutions (N) we can find Cutting Speed using the formula - Cutting Speed = pi*Initial Diameter of Workpiece*Number of Revolutions. This formula also uses Archimedes' constant .
Can the Cutting Speed be negative?
No, the Cutting Speed, measured in Speed cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Cutting Speed?
Cutting Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Cutting Speed can be measured.
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