Another great application for high feed: heatsinks. The bottom doesn't need to be square to function, and it doesn't need a great finish on the sides. Slitting saws are often a better option, but I have been seeing a lot of designs where slitting doesn't work (inside a pocket, for example or a boss is in the way).
The problem I've run in to, in a formula 1 team, is the axial forces make the parts vibrate quite aggressively. This means the delicate parts we machine will rattle too much and damage the tool.
Great information! I didn't have a clear idea what a high feed mill even was. How well do they work in aluminum?I have some thin walls occasionally and this might be a good fit.
Another great application for high feed: heatsinks. The bottom doesn't need to be square to function, and it doesn't need a great finish on the sides. Slitting saws are often a better option, but I have been seeing a lot of designs where slitting doesn't work (inside a pocket, for example or a boss is in the way).
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Small diameter, reduced shank, carbide High feed mills are good for making deep skinny enclosed slots
The problem I've run in to, in a formula 1 team, is the axial forces make the parts vibrate quite aggressively. This means the delicate parts we machine will rattle too much and damage the tool.
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Great information! I didn't have a clear idea what a high feed mill even was.
How well do they work in aluminum?I have some thin walls occasionally and this might be a good fit.
We just launched a High Feed mill for Aluminum. Great for Thin wall applications.
Thanks very helpful !