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When using the [[Axminster AT540PD|pillar drill]] it's important to set the spindle speed appropriately for the material you are working with, and the size of the bit. | |||
Generally speaking, the smaller the drill bit the faster the spindle should be turning. Larger bits need slower spindle speeds. If possible, perform a test with a sample piece of material to determine the best drill speed for your application. | Generally speaking, the smaller the drill bit the faster the spindle should be turning. Larger bits need slower spindle speeds. If possible, perform a test with a sample piece of material to determine the best drill speed for your application. | ||
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* Turn off the machine at the wall socket before opening the top cover. | * Turn off the machine at the wall socket before opening the top cover. | ||
* Ensure the spindle and motor have stopped turning before opening the top cover. | |||
* Take care to not trap your fingers in the belts. | * Take care to not trap your fingers in the belts. | ||
== Spindle | == Spindle Speed Pulley Settings == | ||
[[File:At540pd-spindle-speed-chart.png|none|thumb|500x500px|Available spindle speed options for the AT540PD Pillar Drill.]] | [[File:At540pd-spindle-speed-chart.png|none|thumb|500x500px|Available spindle speed options for the AT540PD Pillar Drill.]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:35, 24 January 2024
When using the pillar drill it's important to set the spindle speed appropriately for the material you are working with, and the size of the bit.
Generally speaking, the smaller the drill bit the faster the spindle should be turning. Larger bits need slower spindle speeds. If possible, perform a test with a sample piece of material to determine the best drill speed for your application.
Refer to the Recommended Drill Speed table below for a good starting point.
Safety
- Turn off the machine at the wall socket before opening the top cover.
- Ensure the spindle and motor have stopped turning before opening the top cover.
- Take care to not trap your fingers in the belts.
Spindle Speed Pulley Settings
Recommended Drill Speed (Metric)
| Guide Speed | Wood | Zinc
Diecast |
Aluminium
Brass |
Plastic | Cast Iron
Bronze |
Steel (Mild) | Steel (Cast) | Stainless Steel
Tool Steel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2450 - 2500 - 2580 | 7.9 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 0.8 |
| 1580 - 1750 - 1870 | 9.5 | 6.4 | 5.6 | 4.8 | 3.2 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| 1250 - 1290 - 1330 | 15.9 | 9.5 | 11.9 | 7.9 | 6.4 | 4.0 | 3.2 | 1.6 |
| 790 - 830 - 900 | 22.2 | 12.7 | 11.9 | 11.1 | 8.7 | 6.4 | 4.8 | 3.2 |
| 500 - 540 - 600 | 31.8 | 19 | 17.5 | 15.9 | 12.7 | 9.5 | 7.9 | 6. |