Chips Everywhere
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- Apr 29, 2021
We are taking delivery of a Haas DT2 in a few weeks. The plan is to use the DT2 to produce 2 parts that had been running on the VF2SS, since its better suited for them and we need to make a lot of them. I am working on the CAM for the DT2, and have be referencing the VF2SS CAM that was used for these 2 parts. I know that BT30 machines are quite capable, but having never made a cut on one, I am a bit hesitant to just copy and paste the VF2 CAM onto the DT2, mainly the roughing operations. The rest of the operations are small drills, lots of chamfers, small taps, and smaller end mills 1/4" or smaller.
The DT2 has the 15k spindle, and HSM options. It is a dedicated machine for only machining Aluminum 6061-T.
As mentioned, my main concern is the roughing for these parts.
Here is my current roughing parameters from the VF2SS, and the tool holder I plan on using on the DT2. Do these sound fine for the DT2? To fast, too slow? Any input is greatly appreciated.
Holder: BT30 SK16-60mm
Tool: Helical 3 Flute Chip Breaker 45deg ZRN 1/2" x 1.25" LOC, 0.06" Corner Radius
Length Below holder: 1.375"
Cutting Parameters: 0.050-0.075" DOC X 1.10" LOC @ 15k rpm, 360-405ipm (0.008-0.009" chip load)
The DT2 has the 15k spindle, and HSM options. It is a dedicated machine for only machining Aluminum 6061-T.
As mentioned, my main concern is the roughing for these parts.
Here is my current roughing parameters from the VF2SS, and the tool holder I plan on using on the DT2. Do these sound fine for the DT2? To fast, too slow? Any input is greatly appreciated.
Holder: BT30 SK16-60mm
Tool: Helical 3 Flute Chip Breaker 45deg ZRN 1/2" x 1.25" LOC, 0.06" Corner Radius
Length Below holder: 1.375"
Cutting Parameters: 0.050-0.075" DOC X 1.10" LOC @ 15k rpm, 360-405ipm (0.008-0.009" chip load)
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