Length of Approach for Drilling Operation evaluator uses Approach Distance = 0.5*Diameter of Drill Bit*cot(Drill Point Angle/2) to evaluate the Approach Distance, The Length of Approach for Drilling Operation is the required length the drill needs to move to achieve maximum engagement since the beginning of Tool-Workpiece contact. It's essentially the "dead travel" of the drill bit before it engages with the material. It plays a crucial role in several aspects of drilling such as - clearance of chips, Tool clearance, rapid entry etc. Approach Distance is denoted by A symbol.
How to evaluate Length of Approach for Drilling Operation using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Length of Approach for Drilling Operation, enter Diameter of Drill Bit (D) & Drill Point Angle (θ) and hit the calculate button.