1.0mm ball nose bit feeds and speeds
3 sourced settings from Amana Tool. Published chip loads range from 0.0005 to 0.002 in per tooth. Pick your material:
| Manufacturer / bit | Material | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amana Tool 46256 | Plastic, Acrylic, Plexiglas | industrial | 18000 | 20–35 ⚠ | 0.0005–0.0015 | source |
| Amana Tool 46256 | Aluminum, Copper, Brass | industrial | 18000 | 20–35 ⚠ | 0.0005–0.0015 | source |
| Amana Tool 46256 | Wood, MDF, Sign-Foam | industrial | 18000 | 30–70 ⚠ | 0.00075–0.002 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1.0mm ball nose bit on a industrial CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Amana Tool) gives a chip load of 0.0005–0.002 in per tooth and a feed of 20–70 IPM (3 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.