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For example, if two round pieces of different sizes are turning at the same revolutions per minute, the larger piece will have a greater surface speed because it has a larger circumference and has more surface area. As the tool gets further into a workpiece, the same spindle speed will produce a decreasing surface speed. This is because each revolution represents a smaller circumferential distance, but takes the same amount of time.

This process requires extremely high temperatures. While this necessitates a substantial heat source, the more significant disadvantage is that some substrates cannot withstand heat upwards of 900 degrees Celsius. In addition, the chemicals involved are toxic. Companies must find safe ways to handle and dispose of them to protect workers and the environment.

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Feeds and speeds refer to two separate velocities for machine tools: feed rate and cutting speed. They are often considered as a pair because of their combined effect on the cutting process.

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Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) relates directly to the speed, or velocity, of the spindle. It represents the number of turns completed in one minute around a fixed axis. RPM maintains the same revolutions per minute throughout the entire operation.

Through Martin’s Tool Analysis Program, companies can find ways to improve their processes and make sure they’re getting the most out of their products.

Surface Feet Per Minute (SFM) is a combination of the cut diameter and RPM. The faster the spindle turns, and/or the larger the part diameter, the higher the SFM.

If you have further questions regarding the differences between PVD and CVD and how to choose one for shielding purposes, get in touch with our knowledgeable Deep Coat team to learn about our extensive capabilities.

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Most CNC lathes have Constant Surface Speed (CSS) to counteract the natural decrease in surface speed. This speeds up the spindle as the tool moves closer to the turning axis. By utilizing CSS the lathe is adjusting the revolutions per minute to maintain a constant surface speed at every distance from the center.

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Cutting tool manufacturers publish the general feeds and speeds and recommended usage for the application. That is often a good place to start for recommendations on tool selection and feeds/speeds, but best practice is to work directly with a cutting tool expert at your machine.

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Meanwhile, physical vapor deposition (PVD) is—unsurprising, given its name—deposition by physical rather than chemical means. One of the more popular physical methods, the one Deep Coat uses when vacuum metalizing plastic, is evaporation. This process involves heating the deposition metals until they convert to a gas, then feeding them into a vacuum chamber where they form a layer of metal capable of attenuating EMI.

CNC machining is the backbone of many manufacturers’ processes. Unfortunately, they are also a major cost center and can be a bottleneck when it comes to getting the product quickly through the plant. Far too often we find that a company has invested in quality inserts and tooling, but is not running them at the proper feeds and speeds.

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Feed rate is the velocity at which the cutter is advanced along the work-piece. Feed rate is expressed as units of distance (inch) per minute or per single revolution.

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At Martin, we pride ourselves on understanding feeds and speeds and optimizing them for our customers. Our Metalworking Team is ready to share their expertise and find custom-tailored solutions that fit your needs. To learn more about how we can help you maximize the profitability of your machine shop, contact your Martin Sales Rep or call 800.828.8116.

While transitioning metals into gases requires high temperatures, the difference between evaporation and chemical deposition is that this variation doesn’t require heating the substrate itself. Also, because PVD doesn’t rely on chemicals, the handling and disposal process is safer and easier.

Cutting speed is the speed that the material moves past the cutting edge of the tool. Cut speed can be defined as revolutions per minute (RPM) or as surface feet per minute (SFM).

Materials will run better at specific SFMs. SFM is a constant, with RPM as a variable based upon cut diameter.  When the SFM constant is known for a specific material, the formulas below can be used to determine spindle speed:

Chemical vapor deposition (CVD) is the process by which a deposition material mixes with a precursor substance and then bonds with a substrate. This deposition material can vary by project, while the precursor—often a halide or hydride—is the medium that prepares and transports the deposition material to the substrate or intended surface. This combination enters a vacuum chamber, the deposition material forms a uniform layer on the substrate, and the precursor breaks down and exits via diffusion.

If left unprotected, electronics of all sorts would fall prey to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Nearby waves would contact their circuitry and disrupt their function. This interference might be annoying for a casual smartphone user, but it would be downright dangerous for an overseas military member unable to communicate with their team.

In response to the need for EMI protection, many companies developed efficient and effective shielding methods. Deep Coat utilizes vapor deposition, but even within that subset, there are options. If you want more information on the differences between PVD and CVD and how to choose between them, read this simple guide to both.