Cutting Velocity in Tool Life and Tool Wear Formulas

The Cutting Velocity is the tangential velocity at the periphery of the cutter or workpiece (whichever is rotating). And is denoted by v_c. Cutting Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Cutting Velocity is always positive.

Tool Life and Tool Wear formulas that make use of Cutting Velocity

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FAQ

What is the Cutting Velocity?

The Cutting Velocity is the tangential velocity at the periphery of the cutter or workpiece (whichever is rotating). Cutting Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Cutting Velocity is always positive.

Can the Cutting Velocity be negative?

No, the Cutting Velocity, measured in Speed cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Cutting Velocity?

Cutting Velocity 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 Velocity can be measured.

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