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Get to Know Machining Advisor Pro

September 13, 2018/2 Comments/in CNC Machining, CNC Programming, Machining 101, Machining Advisor Pro Help, Quick Tips /by Jeff Rauseo

Machining Advisor Pro (MAP) is a tool to quickly, seamlessly, and accurately deliver recommended running parameters to machinists using Helical Solutions end mills. This download-free and mobile-friendly application takes into account a user’s machine, tool path, set-up, and material to offer tailored, specific speeds and feed parameters to the tools they are using.

How to Begin with Machining Advisor Pro

This section will provide a detailed breakdown of Machining Advisor Pro, moving along step-by-step throughout the entire process of determining your tailored running parameters.

Register Quickly on Desktop or Mobile

To begin with Machining Advisor Pro, start by accessing its web page on the Harvey Performance Company website, or use the mobile version by downloading the application from the App Store or Google Play.

Whether you are using Machining Advisor Pro from the web or your mobile device, machinists must first create an account. The registration process will only need to be done once before you will be able to log into Machining Advisor Pro on both the mobile and web applications immediately.

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Simply Activate Your Account

The final step in the registration process is to activate your account. To do this, simply click the activation link in the email that was sent to the email address used when registering. If you do not see the email in your inbox, we recommend checking your spam folders or company email filters. From here, you’re able to begin using MAP.

Using Machining Advisor Pro

A user’s experience will be different depending on whether they’re using the web or mobile application. For instance, after logging in, users on the web application will view a single page that contains the Tool, Material, Operation, Machine, Parameter, and Recommendation sections.

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On the mobile application, however, the “Input Specs” section is immediately visible. This is a summary of the Tool, Material, Operation, and Machine sections that allow a user to review and access any section. Return to this screen at any point by clicking on the gear icon in the bottom left of the screen.

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Identify Your Helical Tool

To get started generating your running parameters, specify the Helical Solutions tool that you are using. This can be done by entering the tool number into the “Tool #” input field (highlighted in red below). As you type the tool number, MAP will filter through Helical’s 4,800-plus tools to begin identifying the specific tool you are looking for.

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Once the tool is selected, the “Tool Details” section will populate the information that is specific to the chosen tool. This information will include the type of tool chosen, its unit of measure, profile, and other key dimensional attributes.

Select the Material You’re Working In

Once your tool information is imported, the material you’re working in will need to be specified. To access this screen on the mobile application, either swipe your screen to the left or click on the “Material” tab seen at the bottom of the screen. You will move from screen to screen across each step in the mobile application by using the same method.

In this section, there are more than 300 specific material grades and conditions available to users. The first dropdown menu will allow you to specify the material you are working in. Then, you can choose the subgroup of that material that is most applicable to your application. In some cases, you will also need to choose a material condition. For example, you can select from “T4” or “T6” condition for 6061 Aluminum.

Machining Advisor Pro provides optimized feeds and speeds that are specific to your application, so it is important that the condition of your material is selected.

Pick an Operation

The next section of MAP allows the user to define their specific operation. In this section, you will define the tool path strategy that will be used in this application. This can be done by either selecting the tool path from the dropdown menu or clicking on “Tool Path Info” for a visual breakdown and more information on each available toolpath.

Tailor Parameters to Your Machine’s Capabilities

The final section on mobile, and the fourth web section, is the machine section. This is where a user can define the attributes of the machine that you are using. This will include the Max RPM, Max IPM, Spindle, Holder, and work holding security. Running Parameters will adjust based on your responses.

Access Machining Advisor Pro Parameters

Once the Tool, Material, Operation, and Machine sections are populated there will be enough information to generate the initial parameters, speed, and feed. To access these on the mobile app, either swipe left when on the machine tab or tap on the “Output” tab on the bottom menu.

Please note that these are only initial values. Machining Advisor Pro gives you the ability to alter the stick out, axial depth of cut, and radial depth of cut to match the specific application. These changes can either be made by entering the exact numeric value, the % of cutter diameter, or by altering the slider bars. You are now able to lock RDOC or ADOC while adjusting the other depth of cut, allowing for more customization when developing parameters.

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The parameters section also offers a visual representation of the portion of the tool that will be engaged with the materials as well as the Tool Engagement Angle.

MAP’s Recommendations

At this point, you can now review the recommended feeds and speeds that Machining Advisor Pro suggests based on the information you have input. These optimized running parameters can then be further refined by altering the speed and feed percentages.

machining advisor pro recommendation

Machining Advisor Pro recommendations can be saved by clicking on the PDF button that is found in the recommendation section on both the web and mobile platforms. This will automatically generate a PDF of the recommendations, allowing you to print, email, or share with others.

Machining Advisor Pro Summarized

The final section, exclusive to the mobile application, is the “Summary” section. To access this section, first tap on the checkmark icon in the bottom menu. This will open a section that is similar to the “Input Specs” section, which will give you a summary of the total parameter outputs. If anything needs to change, you can easily jump to each output item by tapping on the section you need to adjust.

machining advisor pro mobile

This is also where you would go to reset the application to clear all of the inputs and start a new setup. On the web version, this button is found in the upper right-hand corner and looks like a “refresh” icon on a web browser.

Contact Us

For the mobile application, we have implemented an in-app messaging service. This was done to give the user a tool to easily communicate any question they have about the application from within the app. It allows the user to not only send messages, but to also include screenshots of what they are seeing! This can be accessed by clicking on the “Contact Us” option in the same hamburger menu that the Logout and Help & Tips are found.

Click this link to sign up today!

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Machining Advisor Pro Help

November 14, 2017/by Megan L

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Helical Solutions Cutting Tools

helical solutions

Recognized as an industry leader in high performance carbide cutting tools, the Helical Solutions brand consistently outperforms the competition by offering not only extremely exceptional quality products but the technical expertise and solutions to go with them.

End Mills for Aluminum

Helical’s End Mills for Aluminum are designed with geometries specifically engineered to accelerate metal removal rates and achieve a quality finish in aluminum and non-ferrous materials.

End Mills for Steels

Helical’s End Mills for Steels are built for superior tool life in tough materials and offered in a variety of options that include variable pitch, multiple profiles, and flute counts.

Chamfer Mills

Helical’s Chamfer Mills are an ideal choice for high quality corner conditioning where improved finish and increased tool life are of the utmost importance.

Learn more about Helical’s full product line

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Find a Distributor

Need help finding a Helical Solutions Distributor? Click the button below or visit helicaltool.com/finddistributor to find your local Helical Solutions distributor.

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Material Groups

Typically, materials are categorized into color-coded groups as shown below. These groups are made up of different types of similar materials. Each of these material types typically consist of numerous subgroups (listed below, under each material type):

 

MAIN MATERIAL GROUPS NON-FERROUS METALS STEEL STAINLESS STEEL CAST IRON EXOTIC METALS
MATERIALS Aluminum Alloy
Magnesium Alloy
Copper Alloy
 Low Carbon Steel
Medium Carbon Steel
High Carbon Steel
Low Alloy Steel
Tool Steel
Specialty Steel
Austenitic SS
Martensitic SS
Ferritic SS
PH SS
Duplex SS
Gray Cast Iron
Malleable Cast Iron
Nodular Cast Iron
 Nickel Alloy
Titanium Alloy
Cobalt Alloy
Tungsten Alloy

 

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Subgroups – Stainless Steel

Austenitic SS

(200 and 300 series) Nonmagnetic with excellent corrosion resistance and ductility. Hardened by cold-working (not heat-treatable).

Martensitic SS

(400 and 500 series) Magnetic with high strength, hardness, fatigue resistance, and ductility, but only moderate corrosion resistance. Very machinable and hardenable by heat treatment.

Ferritic SS

(400 series) Magnetic with good corrision resistance. Hardened by cold-working (not heat-treatable).

PH SS

(Precipitation-hardening) Has good corrosion resistance and ductility. Can be precipitation hardened to higher strengths than the martensitic grades.

Duplex SS

Has a mixed microstructure of austenite and ferrite. Have higher resistance to corrision and stress-corrosion cracking than austenitic grades.

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Subgroups – Non-Ferrous Metals

Wrought Aluminum Alloy

Aluminum alloy “worked” into shape by rolling, extrusion, drawing, forging, etc. High thermal and electrical conductivity, good corrosion resistance. Excellent machinability.

Cast Aluminum Alloy

Directly casted into final form (sand-casting, die or pressure die casting). Contains high levels of silicon to improve cast ability, resulting in abrasiveness.

Magnesium Alloy

Lightest of structural metals. Can be precipitation hardened to improve mechanical properties. Excellent machinability.

Copper Alloy

High thermal and electrical conductivity. Good corrosion and wear resistance. Includes brass (copper-zinc alloy) and bronze (copper-tin alloy).

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Subgroups – Steel

Low Carbon Steel

(Also called mild steel) Has less than 0. 3% carbon. Used for components that do not require high strength. Improved machinability is found in the 11xx and 12xx series steels.

Medium Carbon Steel

Has 0.3% to o.6% carbon. Used for components requiring higher strength than low-carbon steels. Improved machinability is found in the 11xx and 12xx series steels.

High Carbon Steel

Has more than o.6% carbon. The higher carbon content results in higher strength, hardness, and wear resistance.

Low Alloy Steel

Contain significant amounts of other alloying elements in addition to carbon. Exhibit improved strength, hardness, toughness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, hardenability, and hot
hardness (compared to carbon steels).

Tool Steel

Specially alloyed steels designed for high strength, impact toughness, and wear resistance. Commonly used for machining and/or forming metals.

Specialty Steel

Generally contain 32% to 67% iron. This group includes low-expansion steel, maraging steel, and some of the iron-based superalloys.

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Subgroups – Cast Iron

Gray Cast Iron

Contain flake graphite. Moderate strength, but good machinability and damping capacity. Cannot be worked (forged, extruded, rolled, etc.).

Malleable Cast Iron

Good ductility, strength, and shock resistance (better fracture toughness at low temperatures than nodular irons) . Moderate machinability. Can be shaped through cold working.

Nodular Cast Iron

Contain nodular graphite. Good ductility and shock resistance. Moderate machinability.

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Subgroups – Exotic Metals

Nickel Alloy

Commercially pure grades ( or low alloy nickel) such as Nickel 200 and Nickel 201 have excellent corrosion resistance. Nickel alloys generally contain .38% to 76% nickel. Nickel alloys such as Hastelloy, lnconel, and Wacspaloy are classified as superalloys.

Titanium Alloy

Highest strength-to-weight ratio of all metals with good corrosion resistance as well. High thermal resistance that contributes to poor ma.ch inability.

Cobalt Alloy

Generally contains .35% to 65% cobalt. Although not typically as strong as nickel alloys, they retain their strength at higher temperatures.

Tungsten Alloy

Used for high temperature applications due to its very high melting point. High strength at elevated temperatures, but tends to be brittle at low temperatures. Poor oxidation resistance.

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Material Conditions

The material condition is the form, heat treatment, temper, etc. of the material. Some common forms of heat treatment include:

Aging

Keeping an alloy at an elevated temperature for a long period of time to allow precipitation to take place. See also precipitation hardening.

Annealing

Heating to and holding at a specific temperature and then cooling at a specific rate. Generally used to soften material for cold working. improve machinability, or alter/improve physical and sometimes chemical

Normalizing

Austenitizing a ferrous alloy (heating above the transformation range) and subsequently cooling it in open air to relieve internal stress and provide uniform composition and grain size. Results in a harder, stronger steel than annealing.

Precipitation Hardening

Keeping an alloy at an elevated temperature for a long period of time (see aging) to allow the controlled release of constituents (alloying elements) to form precipitate (fine particles separated from the solid solution) clusters which increase the yield strength of the alloy.

Quenching

Rapidly cooling a metal after heating it above the critical temperature. Usually produces a harder metal in ferrous alloy, while most non-ferrous alloys become softer.

Tempering

Heating to a temperature below the transformation range for a specific time and then allowing it to cool in open air. Usually performed after hardening to reduce excess hardness and increase toughness (ability to absorb energy and plastically deform without breaking).

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Hardness Values

HBW

Brinell hardness number (BHN) using a 10-mm 3,000 kgf carbide ball (HBW 10/3000)

HBS

Brinell hardness number (BHN) using a 10-mm 500 kgf steel ball (HBS 10/500)

HRC

Rockwell C hardness number (using a 150 kgf load)

HRB

Rockwell B hardness number (using a 100 kgf load)

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Tool Path – Traditional Roughing

Equidistant parallel lines that fit with the cut area.*

Equidistant offsets following the shape of the past profile.

* This is the least favorable tool path and it is not recommended. It utilizes both conventional and climb milling. 

 

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Tool Path – High Efficiency Roughing

Rounded offsets with arcs that pick out slots and corners.

Loops expanding outward to part profile with smaller arcs picking out corners.

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Tool Path – Slotting

The endmill diameter is equivalent to the slot width and the path follows the centerline of the slot.

The endmill diameter is less than the slot width so it can follow a series of arcs. **

** These tool paths utilize a higher ADOC than the others. It is typically safe to use the full endmill LOC.

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Tool Path – Finishing

Follows the part profile after most of the material has been removed during a roughing operation.

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Tool Holder Features

Shank (spindle taper)

The upper section of the tool holder t hat fits into the machine tool spindle. This is the “male” interface of the “female” spindle.

Common spindles include:

-CV (also known as Caterpillar ”V-Flange,” or CAT)
-BT (a Japanese standard)
-HSK ( an abbreviation for a German phrase that means “hollow-shank taper”)
-NMTB (National Machine Tool Builders Association)

Flange

The part of the tool holder that the machine tool changer locks onto when moving the tool holder between the tool changer and spindle. It is also referred to as the V-Flange in holders with CV, BT, and HSK.

Holding Section

This is the section of the tool holder that secures the cutting tool inside the tool holder.

Common holders include:

-Weldon (or endmill adapter)
-Shrink-Fit Adaptors
-Hydraulic Chucks
-Milling Chucks
-Press-fit Adaptors
-Collet Chucks

Gauge Length

Distance from the bottom of the machine tool spindle to the bottom of the tool holder (measured when the tool holder is mounted in the machine spindle).

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NOTE: It is important to understand that the tool stick out and cutting depths and widths affect tool performance. Consequently, Machining Advisor Pro adjusts speeds and feeds to account for these setup parameters.


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Stick Out

The distance from the end of the holder/collet to the end of the tool. The more the tool sticks out, the less rigid the setup. This results in increased deflection (may require lighter chip loads) and decreased natural

 

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ADOC – Axial Depth Of Cut

Also known as Step Down or Cut Depth (often expressed as a percentage of ADOC to endmill cutting diameter).

Heavy ADOC

-More tool deflection, requiring lighter chip load
-Difficulty with chip evacuation may require lighter ROOC and/or fewer flutes

Light ADOC

-Less tool deflection, allowing heavier chip load
-Better chip evacuation, allowing increased ROOC and/or more flute

 

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RDOC – Radial Depth Of Cut

Also known as Step Over or Cut Width (often expressed as a percentage of RDOC to endmill cutting diameter).

 

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TEA – Tool Engagement Angle

The RDOC and TEA have a direct trigonometric relationship to one another.*

Heavy RDOC/TEA

-More cutting work per tool rotation, requiring slower surface speed!
-Difficulty with chip evacuation may require lighter ADOC and/or fewer flutes
-Fewer re-positioning moves, resulting in shorter cycle time

Light RDOC/TEA

-Less cutting work per tool rotation, allowing faster surface speed
-Better chip evacuation, allowing increased ADOC and/or more flutes
-More re-positioning moves, resulting in longer cycle time

*As stated above, there is a direct trigonometric relationship between the radial depth of cut and the tool engagement angle. Also important to understand is how TEA/ROOC affects “chip thinning”.

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Speeds & Feeds

To learn more about your recommendations, check out our Speeds and Feeds 101 post on our machinist resource blog – In The Loupe.

speeds and feeds

Before using a cutting tool, it is necessary to understand tool cutting speeds and feed rates, more often referred to as “speeds and feeds.” Speeds and feeds are the cutting variables used in every milling […]

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Helical Solutions Cutting Tools

helical solutions

Recognized as an industry leader in high performance carbide cutting tools, the Helical Solutions brand consistently outperforms the competition by offering not only extremely exceptional quality products but the technical expertise and solutions to go with them.

End Mills for Aluminum

Helical’s End Mills for Aluminum are designed with geometries specifically engineered to accelerate metal removal rates and achieve a quality finish in aluminum and non-ferrous materials.

End Mills for Steels

Helical’s End Mills for Steels are built for superior tool life in tough materials and offered in a variety of options that include variable pitch, multiple profiles, and flute counts.

Chamfer Mills

Helical’s Chamfer Mills are an ideal choice for high quality corner conditioning where improved finish and increased tool life are of the utmost importance.

Learn more about Helical’s full product line

Find a Distributor

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Find a Distributor

Need help finding a Helical Solutions Distributor? Click the button below or visit helicaltool.com/finddistributor to find your local Helical Solutions distributor.

Find a Distributor

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Operation

Operation

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Tool Path – Traditional Roughing

Equidistant parallel lines that fit with the cut area.*

Equidistant offsets following the shape of the past profile.

* This is the least favorable tool path and it is not recommended. It utilizes both conventional and climb milling. 

 

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Tool Path – High Efficiency Roughing

Rounded offsets with arcs that pick out slots and corners.

Loops expanding outward to part profile with smaller arcs picking out corners.

a

Tool Path – Slotting

The endmill diameter is equivalent to the slot width and the path follows the centerline of the slot.

The endmill diameter is less than the slot width so it can follow a series of arcs. **

** These tool paths utilize a higher ADOC than the others. It is typically safe to use the full endmill LOC.

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Tool Path – Finishing

Follows the part profile after most of the material has been removed during a roughing operation.

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Machine

Machine

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Tool Holder Features

Shank (spindle taper)

The upper section of the tool holder t hat fits into the machine tool spindle. This is the “male” interface of the “female” spindle.

Common spindles include:

-CV (also known as Caterpillar ”V-Flange,” or CAT)
-BT (a Japanese standard)
-HSK ( an abbreviation for a German phrase that means “hollow-shank taper”)
-NMTB (National Machine Tool Builders Association)

Flange

The part of the tool holder that the machine tool changer locks onto when moving the tool holder between the tool changer and spindle. It is also referred to as the V-Flange in holders with CV, BT, and HSK.

Holding Section

This is the section of the tool holder that secures the cutting tool inside the tool holder.

Common holders include:

-Weldon (or endmill adapter)
-Shrink-Fit Adaptors
-Hydraulic Chucks
-Milling Chucks
-Press-fit Adaptors
-Collet Chucks

Gauge Length

Distance from the bottom of the machine tool spindle to the bottom of the tool holder (measured when the tool holder is mounted in the machine spindle).

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Parameters

Parameters

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Stick Out

The distance from the end of the holder/collet to the end of the tool. The more the tool sticks out, the less rigid the setup. This results in increased deflection (may require lighter chip loads) and decreased natural

 

a

ADOC – Axial Depth Of Cut

Also known as Step Down or Cut Depth (often expressed as a percentage of ADOC to endmill cutting diameter).

Heavy ADOC

-More tool deflection, requiring lighter chip load
-Difficulty with chip evacuation may require lighter ROOC and/or fewer flutes

Light ADOC

-Less tool deflection, allowing heavier chip load
-Better chip evacuation, allowing increased ROOC and/or more flute

 

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RDOC – Radial Depth Of Cut

Also known as Step Over or Cut Width (often expressed as a percentage of RDOC to endmill cutting diameter).

 

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TEA – Tool Engagement Angle

The RDOC and TEA have a direct trigonometric relationship to one another.*

Heavy RDOC/TEA

-More cutting work per tool rotation, requiring slower surface speed!
-Difficulty with chip evacuation may require lighter ADOC and/or fewer flutes
-Fewer re-positioning moves, resulting in shorter cycle time

Light RDOC/TEA

-Less cutting work per tool rotation, allowing faster surface speed
-Better chip evacuation, allowing increased ADOC and/or more flutes
-More re-positioning moves, resulting in longer cycle time

*As stated above, there is a direct trigonometric relationship between the radial depth of cut and the tool engagement angle. Also important to understand is how TEA/ROOC affects “chip thinning”.

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Recommendations

Recommendations

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Speeds & Feeds

To learn more about your recommendations, check out our Speeds and Feeds 101 post on our machinist resource blog – In The Loupe.

speeds and feeds

Before using a cutting tool, it is necessary to understand tool cutting speeds and feed rates, more often referred to as “speeds and feeds.” Speeds and feeds are the cutting variables used in every milling […]

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