Index Broach (PartMaker, Cutting Data)

When an Index Broach tool is selected on the Edit Tool or Tool Data dialogs, the following settings are available on the Cutting Data dialog.

Type of Cut — This field is unavailable because Index Broach tools can be used only for finishing operations.

Feeds and Speeds Values — Select which values you want to use for the feeds and speeds.

• Calculated — When selected, PartMaker calculates values based on the Material file.
• User Defined — When selected, enter your own values into the available fields. It is your responsibility to enter valid feeds and speeds.

Feeds — Enter the plunge feed value in units-per-minute (upm).

Speeds — These fields are unavailable when using an Index Broach tool.

Notes — Enter any additional information about the cutting data.

Apply — Click to recalculate the units.