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Rotational Frequency of Spindle is the speed at which the spindle of a machine tool rotates during machining operations. It is typically measured in revolutions per minute. Check FAQs
ωs=(Vs2πRo)((1+n)CtTref(1-Rw)(1-n)(Cttc+Ct)(1-Rw1+nn))n
ωs - Rotational Frequency of Spindle?Vs - Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed?Ro - Outer Radius of Workpiece?n - Taylor's Tool Life Exponent?Ct - Cost of a Tool?Tref - Reference Tool Life?Rw - Workpiece Radius Ratio?tc - Time to Change One Tool?π - Archimedes' constant?

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600Edit=(930230.1Edit23.14161000Edit)((1+0.5129Edit)158.8131Edit5Edit(1-0.45Edit)(1-0.5129Edit)(158.8131Edit0.6Edit+158.8131Edit)(1-0.45Edit1+0.5129Edit0.5129Edit))0.5129Edit
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
ωs=(Vs2πRo)((1+n)CtTref(1-Rw)(1-n)(Cttc+Ct)(1-Rw1+nn))n
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
ωs=(930230.1mm/min2π1000mm)((1+0.5129)158.81315min(1-0.45)(1-0.5129)(158.81310.6min+158.8131)(1-0.451+0.51290.5129))0.5129
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
ωs=(930230.1mm/min23.14161000mm)((1+0.5129)158.81315min(1-0.45)(1-0.5129)(158.81310.6min+158.8131)(1-0.451+0.51290.5129))0.5129
Next Step Convert Units
ωs=(15.5038m/s23.14161m)((1+0.5129)158.8131300s(1-0.45)(1-0.5129)(158.813136s+158.8131)(1-0.451+0.51290.5129))0.5129
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
ωs=(15.503823.14161)((1+0.5129)158.8131300(1-0.45)(1-0.5129)(158.813136+158.8131)(1-0.451+0.51290.5129))0.5129
Next Step Evaluate
ωs=9.99999968740138Hz
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
ωs=599.999981244083rev/min
LAST Step Rounding Answer
ωs=600rev/min

Optimum Spindle Speed Formula Elements

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Constants
Rotational Frequency of Spindle
Rotational Frequency of Spindle is the speed at which the spindle of a machine tool rotates during machining operations. It is typically measured in revolutions per minute.
Symbol: ωs
Measurement: FrequencyUnit: rev/min
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed
Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed refers to a standard cutting speed used as a baseline or reference point for selecting appropriate cutting speeds for specific machining operations.
Symbol: Vs
Measurement: SpeedUnit: mm/min
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Outer Radius of Workpiece
Outer Radius of Workpiece is the distance from the center of rotation to the outermost surface of the workpiece being machined.
Symbol: Ro
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Taylor's Tool Life Exponent
Taylor's Tool Life Exponent is a parameter used in tool life equations to describe the relationship between cutting speed and tool life in metal machining.
Symbol: n
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be between 0 to 1.
Cost of a Tool
The Cost of a Tool refers to the expenses associated with acquiring and using cutting tools used in various machining operations.
Symbol: Ct
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Reference Tool Life
Reference Tool Life refers to a standard or predetermined lifespan used as a baseline for estimating the expected durability of cutting tools under specific machining conditions.
Symbol: Tref
Measurement: TimeUnit: min
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Workpiece Radius Ratio
Workpiece Radius Ratio refers to the ratio between the initial radius and the final radius of the workpiece being machined.
Symbol: Rw
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be between 0 to 1.
Time to Change One Tool
Time to Change One Tool refers to the duration required to replace a cutting tool with another tool during a machining operation.
Symbol: tc
Measurement: TimeUnit: 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

Other Formulas to find Rotational Frequency of Spindle

​Go Optimum Spindle Speed given Tool Changing Cost
ωs=(Vref2πRo)((1+n)CtTmax(1-Rw)(1-n)(Cct+Ct)(1-Rw1+nn))n
​Go Rotational Frequency of Spindle given Cutting Speed
ωs=V2πr

Other formulas in Cutting Speed category

​Go Reference Cutting Velocity given Rate of Increase of Wear-Land Width
Vref=V(VrTrefw)n
​Go Cutting Velocity given Rate of Increase of Wear-Land Width
V=Vref(VrTrefw)n

How to Evaluate Optimum Spindle Speed?

Optimum Spindle Speed evaluator uses Rotational Frequency of Spindle = (Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed/(2*pi*Outer Radius of Workpiece))*(((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*Cost of a Tool*Reference Tool Life*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio))/((1-Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*(Cost of a Tool*Time to Change One Tool+Cost of a Tool)*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio^((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)/Taylor's Tool Life Exponent))))^Taylor's Tool Life Exponent to evaluate the Rotational Frequency of Spindle, Optimum spindle speed is critical for achieving efficient metal machining processes. Machinists often rely on experience, empirical data, manufacturer recommendations, and machining simulations to determine the optimum spindle speed for specific machining applications. Continuous monitoring and adjustment of spindle speed throughout the machining process help maintain optimal cutting conditions and maximize machining performance. Rotational Frequency of Spindle is denoted by ωs symbol.

How to evaluate Optimum Spindle Speed using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Optimum Spindle Speed, enter Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed (Vs), Outer Radius of Workpiece (Ro), Taylor's Tool Life Exponent (n), Cost of a Tool (Ct), Reference Tool Life (Tref), Workpiece Radius Ratio (Rw) & Time to Change One Tool (tc) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Optimum Spindle Speed

What is the formula to find Optimum Spindle Speed?
The formula of Optimum Spindle Speed is expressed as Rotational Frequency of Spindle = (Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed/(2*pi*Outer Radius of Workpiece))*(((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*Cost of a Tool*Reference Tool Life*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio))/((1-Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*(Cost of a Tool*Time to Change One Tool+Cost of a Tool)*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio^((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)/Taylor's Tool Life Exponent))))^Taylor's Tool Life Exponent. Here is an example- 36000 = (15.503835/(2*pi*1))*(((1+0.512942)*158.8131*300*(1-0.45))/((1-0.512942)*(158.8131*36+158.8131)*(1-0.45^((1+0.512942)/0.512942))))^0.512942.
How to calculate Optimum Spindle Speed?
With Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed (Vs), Outer Radius of Workpiece (Ro), Taylor's Tool Life Exponent (n), Cost of a Tool (Ct), Reference Tool Life (Tref), Workpiece Radius Ratio (Rw) & Time to Change One Tool (tc) we can find Optimum Spindle Speed using the formula - Rotational Frequency of Spindle = (Reference Cutting Velocity Spindle Speed/(2*pi*Outer Radius of Workpiece))*(((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*Cost of a Tool*Reference Tool Life*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio))/((1-Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*(Cost of a Tool*Time to Change One Tool+Cost of a Tool)*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio^((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)/Taylor's Tool Life Exponent))))^Taylor's Tool Life Exponent. This formula also uses Archimedes' constant .
What are the other ways to Calculate Rotational Frequency of Spindle?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Rotational Frequency of Spindle-
  • Rotational Frequency of Spindle=(Reference Cutting Velocity/(2*pi*Outer Radius of Workpiece))*(((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*Cost of a Tool*Maximum Tool Life*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio))/((1-Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)*(Cost of Changing Each Tool+Cost of a Tool)*(1-Workpiece Radius Ratio^((1+Taylor's Tool Life Exponent)/Taylor's Tool Life Exponent))))^Taylor's Tool Life ExponentOpenImg
  • Rotational Frequency of Spindle=Cutting Velocity/(2*pi*Instantaneous Radius for Cut)OpenImg
Can the Optimum Spindle Speed be negative?
No, the Optimum Spindle Speed, measured in Frequency cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Optimum Spindle Speed?
Optimum Spindle Speed is usually measured using the Revolution per Minute[rev/min] for Frequency. Hertz[rev/min], Petahertz[rev/min], Terahertz[rev/min] are the few other units in which Optimum Spindle Speed can be measured.
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