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    Speed and cutting depth for aluminum??

    What will be the right spindle speed and feeding rate for a 3mm 4 flute end mill? And which pass depth should I use for cutting in aluminum?

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    Re: Speed and cutting depth for aluminum??

    Hi there,

    Based on my experience with aluminum cutting, I'd suggest you use these values.

    For 3mm 4 flute end mill
    Spindle speed: 8000rpm
    Feeding rate: 15 mm per second

    Try using a pass depth of 0.508mm

    Let me know how this works for you.

    Thanks.

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