Re: cutting force

Colin:

I'm assuming this is for calculating needed feed motors? If so you may get
some ball park figures just considering the spindle power. If I remember this
depends on the tool diameter but a reasonable assumption here will give an
estimate at least. May also depend on spindle rpm. Rough estimate but better
than nothing. :-)

This doesn't help if you're trying to size the spindle motor though. :-(

Hope this hleps.

> > > I want to know how to calculate the force of cutting a
> > > piece of wood, using a 1/2" cutter, 1" deep, with a
> > > cutting feed of 3" per sec. (180" per Min.). I would
> > > be grateful if someone could help me with that.
> > > Regards
> > > Colin

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Hugh Currin, PE
Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR