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Tangential Force Calculator & Formula | Slotting – Kennametal

Calculate Tangential Force, Torque, and Machining Power for Slotting Applications.

These calculations are based upon theoretical values and are only intended for planning purposes. Actual results will vary. No responsibility from Kennametal is assumed.

Conversion of Workpiece Material Rockwell (Optional)
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Conversion of Workpiece Material Rockwell (Optional)

Skip this step if you already know the Brinell hardness number(HB)
Characteristics of Workpiece Materials

Characteristics of Workpiece Materials

HB
PSI N/mm 2
Note:Ultimate Strength shown for generic steel. Please enter the actual value of your workpiece material if available, for better accuracy You may look up this info through websites such as www.matweb.com
Slot Mill Nomenclature

Slot Mill Nomenclature

in.mm
Machining Conditions

Machining Conditions

sfmm/mm
in. (WOC)mm (WOC)
in. (DOC)mm. (DOC)
in. IPT (chip load)mm
Most Common Workpiece MaterialsW/D ratios
W/D < = 0.660.66 < W/D < 1.0W/D = 1.0
Aluminum alloys1.01.051.1
Carbon and alloy steels1.01.151.3
Cast irons1.01.151.3
Titanium alloys1.01.201.4
Stainless steel, High-temperature alloys2.02.152.3
Direct Belt Drive.9
Back Gear Drive.75
Geared Head Drive.7-.8
Oil - Hydraulic Drive.6-.9
Calculated Machining Conditions

Calculated Machining Conditions

RPM
IPM (no productivity formula)mm/min (no productivity formula)
in. (chip load at the cut)mm/min (chip load at the cut)
IPM (with productivity formula)mm/min (with productivity formula)
MRRcm3/min
MRR(no productivity formula)cm3/min(no productivity formula)
in.2mm2
Calculated Force, Torque, and Required Power

Calculated Force, Torque, and Required Power

in -lbN
inft -lbN-cmN-m
Machining Power

Machining Power

HPckW
hpkW

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