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Spindle Turning Speed Calculator

Maximum RPM from workpiece diameter and material.

Inputs

Results

Roughing RPM

3,000

Finishing RPM

3,600

Adjusted roughing RPM3,000
Roughing SFM1,571
Finishing SFM1,885
Slenderness ratio6
Needs steady rest? (1=yes)0
Tailstock Critical1
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Workpiece diameter (in), Workpiece length (in), and Material (0-4).
  2. Set Lathe max RPM.
  3. Review Roughing RPM and Finishing RPM.
  4. Use Adjusted roughing RPM and Roughing SFM to inform your decision.
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