Case Study Solutions Revolution Drill® Case Study: Industry: Part: Material: Insert: Holder: Depth: Diameter: 6013 Aerospace Valve Actuator Bodies 316 Stainless Steel 2.5" (63.5mm) 12" (304.8mm) R42X35-150L OP-05T308-H Allied Machine Solution Revolution Drill® • 1000 RPM • .005 IPR (0.13 mm/rev) • 5 IPM (127 mm/min) • Cycle time = 2.4 minutes • Tool life = 30 holes • Cost per hole = $3.71 Previous Tooling Iscar plunge mill • 800 RPM • .001 IPR down (0.025 mm/rev) • .005 IPR circular (0.13 mm/rev) • 0.8 IPM (20.32 mm/min) • Cycle time = 15 minutes • Tool life = 8 holes • Cost per hole = $21.21 The Advantages The Revolution Drill accomplished the customer’s needs by speeding up the process and reducing the overall cost of drilling. • Reduced cycle time by 84% • Reduced cost

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