RPMs needed for basic tip work?

The only time I speed up the lathe is facing off a ferrule prepping for a new tip...... When I install new tips I don't know exactly the rpm but it is in the range of 400-600 rpm range.....

You do not want to go too fast because you can build up heat which will destroy layered tips


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Rip said:
I have a homemade shaft spinner http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=361490

I have a 9amp 1/2 inch electric variable speed drill with a max of 850 rpm and 416 max pounds of torque. Do I need more rpms to shape and trim tips? If so, how many rpms is ideal (without buying a big boy lathe)?
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Hi,

I face ferrules and razor crown my tips at 1800 rpm. Sharp tooling is the key.

I always drill at 275 to reduce heat as not to heat up epoxied parts within the cue but when boring go full speed at 1800 rpm.

With a sharp cutting tool, light facing and boring should not pose a heat problem. Drilling into a blind hole or step drilling is altogether a different animal concerning heat.

This is JMO for what it is worth,

Rick
 
Any where between 1200 and 2000 RPM is good for tip and ferrule work.
Anything slower would not make me happy. I prefer the 1500 to 1800 range.
 
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Good luck in doing any ferrule work on that .

875 for tips should be ok.
Wet the sides just to be safe.
 
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