Recommended RPM speed for drilling 1/4" diameter into 1/16" aluminum sheeting?
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If your drill bit is sharp and if you use a lubricant, there's no reason why you can't drill at 2500 RPM's Let your drill bit cool between holes or cool it with water between holes. (Just dip the bit in a can of water.) If you find that the bit is seizing, sharpen the bit or slow down the RPM's a little. "Cool Tool" is an excellent lubricant for aluminum. Regardless of the speed you use. The bottom of the hole will need to be deburred. Use a fine metal file.
1196051
If it 'twas me, I'd just use a sander. While you can supposedly control the depth down to 1/16", to me it just takes too big a bite.
1042883
I haven't run anything smaller than 1/4" round steel, so I truthfully can't say what the smallest stock size might be. My instinct is that this tool might be a bit coarse for the work you're considering.
464673
use a 1/4'' drill bit, then a 1'' uni-bit to ream 3/4'' hole. it leaves less material to file for fine adjustment if needed
277583
I'm assuming you mean 5/32" diameter steel round bar made from some high quality stainless steel ("aircraft steel" doesn't mean much). A standard fibre-reinforced cut off disc or the ceramic cutting disc should be able to cut through that kind of material in less than a minute, my guess would be under 30 seconds. Since this is a rotary tool, you want to ease the cutter into the steel and let the speed of the tool do the cutting; pressing hard will just cause the motor to bog down or stop.
870847
Google welding chart.you can use .035 or .030. Just feed and temp settings are different.Use 100 percent Argon with aluminum.Good luck
1825038
I used 1 1/4" It was a good tight fit and there appeared to be plenty of room left over for a larger hole. Make sure to buy a drill bit and hole saw that is appropriate for the material you're cutting through as well as make sure the surface you're drilling through is sturdy enough to handle it.
1660407
On the tool itself, maximum rpm is printed as 1300, which is what I think is correct. The literature says 3000rpm. I compared speeds with the PS10, which is 600rpm max and the PS11. Looking at them both running next to each other, the PS11 is about twice the speed as the PS10. So 1300rpm is the more accurate max speed for the PS11. I bought the PS11 for drilling because of the faster speed. I can drill a pilot hole with the PS11 and use the PS10 to screw in the fastener. They work well for me using them in tandem. Both are fine tools.
1816367
i used the 5/16 bit and then used a deep socket 15mm attached to a power drill (with a spacer in the deep socket to keep pressure) and went slow. They drove in fine and no leaks. Wonderful.
952165
Hi, I've used the 1.5 inch diameter blade with small teeth to cut a thin (of about 1.5 mm thick) aluminum and copper plates and tubes . It works pretty well for me. It is possible that it will work for brass too. I've used Dremel type rotary tool with power of 170W (like Dremel 4000). This power is too low for aggressive cutting. Push level on the blade should be small to not stop rotation. I've used 15-20 r.p.m speed.
1690687
I used it with a drill press and a mill .it has to be held vertical all the time or it will dig into the work piece .it should run slow less than 200 rpm.also the work piece should not move .if you are cutting thin stuff or plastic you may use a drill. do a test run firstTarik
85270
I just used the one supplied with the machine It has no speed on it just whatever your drill's speed is. hope this helps you I saw them in Home Depot and they were all the same so just buy one of those they only come in one size that I can see .hope this helps..... I think they cost around 10 or 12 $'
655627
I own this set and theres no max RPM stamped on the bits. They work great and have an aggressive cut for easy material removal. But these are designed to be used at low RPM's anyway.
686307
I do not know what the thickness is but to drill a hole in this type stainless you probably need a 1/4" cobalt bit with 132degree split point. The chips need to be cleared after every plunge from the flutes and the hole and bit need to be generously re-lubed. 3-in-1 Oil works as a good lube.
2152065
I'm no expert, but the speed of rotation is related to the material being drilled. Generally, I believe wood requires less speed than metal. You should consult the instructions that came with the drill press.
1033628
Mine came with a 1/4# and does not appear to be able to take the 1/2 inch or industrial bits. It is great for small projects but not larger or more commercialize work. I hope this helps.
2070521
I keep my machine at 45 PSI at the machine gauge for stuff less than 1/4 mild steel. 1/4 is at the top end of the machine's capability, so you might want to experiment with up to 60 PSI. Remember to control your cutting speed with thicker metals and remember that you'll get flashback that will foul your tips and lessen your tip lifetime. Keep your tips clean and you'll be happy with their extended life (and save money).