Aluminum 6061

Aluminum

Excellent machinability, use high speeds

Calculate with this material
Category Aluminum
Cutting speed range 200-500 m/min
Recommended speed 300 m/min
Chip load (small) 0.05 mm/tooth
Chip load (medium) 0.1 mm/tooth
Chip load (large) 0.15 mm/tooth
Depth of cut (finishing) 0.5 mm
Depth of cut (roughing) 3 mm
Hardness 95 HB
Density 2.7 g/cm³
Machinability Excellent
Coolant Mist or flood coolant
Tool material Carbide