At particular drill diameter, if rpm is increased, the cutting speed

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  1. remains constant
  2. Increases
  3. decreases
  4. None of above

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Option 2 : Increases
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Explanation:

Cutting speed:

  • Cutting speed is the speed at which the cutting edge passes over the material while cutting, and is expressed in meters per minute.
  • It is given by:

V = \(\frac{\pi~\times~D~\times~N}{1000}\)

Where, D = Diameter of drill (mm), N = rpm, V = Cutting speed in m/min

  • At a particular drill diameter, if rpm is increased, the cutting speed increases.
  • Cutting speed is also sometimes stated as surface speed or peripheral speed.
  • The selection of the recommended cutting speed for drilling or turning etc. depends on the materials to be machined, and the tool material.

Materials being drilled for HSS

Cutting speed (m/min)

Aluminium

70 - 100

Brass

35 - 50

Bronze(phosphor)

20 - 35

Cast iron (grey)

25 - 40

Copper

35 - 45

Steel (medium carbon/mild steel)

20 - 30

Steel (alloy, high tensile)

5 - 8

Thermosetting plastic (low speed due to abrasive properties)

20 - 30

 

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