Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] newbie Question

Ken Retallick wrote:

> Hello John,
>
> The motor is 2 Hp, belt driven with 9 speeds from 220 - 2400. this may
> change once i take delivery of the mill, i have a friend who is going to
> make a VSD for the motor.
> Mostly to be used for aluminium but very occasionally steels and titanium.
> only small pieces tho. Not sure on the resolution of the scales as i havent
> taken delivery as yet.
> Max size fo cnc work would be a 10mm end mill.

OK, that gives me some idea of the linear force that would need to be delivered
against the tool. If you run carbide tools at their rated speeds in aluminum, you
might need some pretty fast feed rates, though, to keep good surface finish and
prevent the aluminum from metling onto the tool.

Jon