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  1. #1
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    tapping speed

    can anyone recommend a speed to run spiral taps at. we mainly use 6x1mm, 8x1.25mm and 10x1.5mm. we are using compression/tension type holder
    thanks

  2. #2
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    In steel i always use about 10 surface meters pr minute - so M6 is 500 RPM - M8 is 400 RPM - M10 is 300 RPM.

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