Feeds & Speeds Advisor
Describe the cut for a recommended start and its Machining Envelope.
Advanced setupMachine limits and manual manufacturer values
Axial and radial depth of cut (DOC) are optional. Max spindle RPM only caps the RPM recommendation and envelope if the calculated range reaches the machine limit.
Why these numbers?
MRR is a productivity result only (feed rate × axial depth × radial width). It does not drive the recommendation.
Advanced setupMachine limits and manual manufacturer values
HSM starts from a conservative material-aware radial engagement chosen by the Advisor. Increase the radial DOC after proving the cut; lower engagement also supports higher HSM surface speed. Max spindle RPM only caps the result if the calculated range reaches the machine limit.
Why these HSM numbers?
MRR is a productivity result only (feed rate × axial depth × radial width). It does not drive the recommendation.
Method & sources
The Advisor calculates RPM, feed per tooth, feed rate, material removal rate, cutter engagement angle and radial chip thinning from machining geometry and openly licensed reference data. The Machining Envelope is intended for full-size industrial/VMC-class machining.
Exact tool-manufacturer values can be entered in Advanced Setup when available and should take precedence for the exact cutter and material.