Drilling Time

Estimate single-hole drilling time t from depth L, approach a, feed f and speed n.

Inputs

Formula

t = (L + a)/(f·n)
Deep holes need chip-clearing/coolant pauses.
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Drilling Time schematic

Fundamentals

Estimate single-hole drilling time t from depth L, approach a, feed f and speed n.

This tool computes Drilling Time from the formula: t = (L + a)/(f·n)

History

Manufacturing evolved with machine tools and CNC; cutting-parameter calculation is central to process planning.

Engineering applications

Used for cutting parameters, tooling and forming process design.

Glossary

Hole depth LInput parameter
Approach aInput parameter
Feed/rev fInput parameter
Drilling time tOutput result

How to use

  1. Fill in Hole depth L, Approach a, Feed/rev f, Speed n in the Inputs section (watch the unit on each field).
  2. Click Calculate; the tool evaluates the formula shown above.
  3. Read Drilling time t in the results area.

Formula · Worked Example · Knowledge

Formula

核心计算关系:t = (L + a)/(f·n)

输入变量:

  • Hole depth L L — mm
  • Approach a a — mm
  • Feed/rev f f — mm/rev
  • Speed n n — rpm

输出结果:

  • Drilling time t t — s

假设/适用:Cutting params (v, f, a_p) must stay within tool/workpiece recommended windows.

Worked Example

根据公式 t = (L + a)/(f·n),取 Hole depth L = 30 mm;Approach a = 5 mm;Feed/rev f = 0.2 mm/rev;Speed n = 1,000 rpm。

代入计算得:Drilling time t = 10.5 s。

Key Points

  • Cutting params (v, f, a_p) must stay within tool/workpiece recommended windows.
  • MRR scales with feed speed, depth and width; sets required spindle power.
  • Feed f = f_z·z·n; match per-tooth feed with spindle speed.

Parameters

Inputs

ParameterSymbolUnitDefault
Hole depth L (mm)Lmm30
Approach a (mm)amm5
Feed/rev f (mm/rev)fmm/rev0.2
Speed n (rpm)nrpm1000

Outputs

ResultSymbolUnit
Drilling time tts

Applications

  • Cutting parameters and speed
  • Gear measurement (3-wire/base tangent)
  • Blanking and deep-drawing process

FAQ

What formula does this tool use?
This tool computes per ISO / AGMA / ASME standard formulas: t = (L + a)/(f·n)
How accurate are the results?
Results match input precision, based on SI units and common engineering approximations; for critical duty re-check with a safety factor.
Where is it used?
Cutting parameters and speed