Tool & Material Parameters
Tool Selection
Field Mapping
Map catalogue columns to calculator fields:
Workpiece Material
Tool Geometry
Surface cutting speed (Vc = π × D × n / 1000)
Chip load per tooth
Depth in Z-axis direction
Stepover/width in XY-plane
Number of cutting edges
Helix angle of cutting edges
Tool rake angle
Material hardness (Rockwell C scale)
Actual cutting time excluding tool changes
Cost per tool change (includes downtime, labor, etc.)
Time required for one tool change
Total time including cutting and tool changes
Residual value or remaining cost after use
Leave empty to calculate: T = C / (Vcn) per ISO 8688-2
💡 Tip: After calculating, use "Add to Comparison" to keep current tool and compare, or "Save & Clear Form" to save and start fresh with a new tool.