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Countersink Tool Guide: Sizes & Speeds

The document provides guidelines for countersinking including choosing the right size based on the bolt diameter and angle, calculating speeds usually at 1/3 drilling RPM, and recommending BruteLube cutting fluid for countersinking steel alloys to enhance tool life.

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Countersink Tool Guide: Sizes & Speeds

The document provides guidelines for countersinking including choosing the right size based on the bolt diameter and angle, calculating speeds usually at 1/3 drilling RPM, and recommending BruteLube cutting fluid for countersinking steel alloys to enhance tool life.

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Countersinks OPERATING GUIDELINES

Increase Productivity • Work Efficiently • Optimize Tool Performance


A countersink is a cutting tool, which cuts a conical hole into an object. The most popular application for
countersinks is to de-bur an existing hole to allow a bolt or screw to sit flush against the workpiece surface.
Countersinks can also be a convenient tool for removing burs left over from drilling or tapping applications.

Choose The Right Size Countersink (Diameter)

> A simple rule of thumb is to choose a countersink which is 50% larger than the diameter of the hole
> Countersink diameter = 1.5 x bolt size (hole) diameter
> Ex: For a 1/4-20 bolt, multiply the diameter (.250) x 1.5 = .375. This equates to a 3/8” countersink.

Choose The Right Size Countersink (Angle)

> Angle is based on the screw or bolt type being used


> 82º is most common

Calculate Countersink Speeds


> Countersinking is usually performed at 1/3 the RPM of drilling

Speed Formula:

SFM (surface feet per minute) x 3.82 / Countersink Diameter (decimal equiv)
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Material Surface Feet / Minute (SFM) Sample Calculations for 1/4” Countersink Speed (RPM)
Aluminum 200 - 250 (225 (SFM) x 3.82 / .2500) / 3 = 1,146 RPM
Mild Steel 100 - 110 (115 (SFM) x 3.82 / .2500) / 3 = 586 RPM
Stainless Steel 30 - 100 (65 (SFM) x 3.82 / .2500) / 3 = 381 RPM

BruteLube Cutting Fluid & Wax

BruteLube Is Recommended When Countersinking Steel Alloys,


Especially In Machining Applications

Using BruteLube Enhances Tool Heat Resistance.


Operators Will Experience Smoother Cuts, Longer Tool Life,
And Increased Production.

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