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SFM ↔ RPM Calculator

Convert cutting speed (SFM or m·min⁻¹) to spindle RPM based on tool diameter. Standard public-domain formula.

Unit system

Resulting RPM

Enter values to calculate.

Formula used

RPM = (SFM × 3.82) / D [in]

Indicative value. Adjust based on tool manufacturer recommendations and actual cutting conditions.

How does the formula work?

Imperial system

RPM = (SFM × 3.82) / D [in]

The constant 3.82 comes from 12/π. It converts linear distance (surface feet per minute) to angular velocity (revolutions per minute) based on the tool's circumference.

Metric system

RPM = (m/min × 318.31) / D [mm]

The constant 318.31 comes from 1000/π. It converts m/min to RPM considering the diameter in millimeters.

This calculator converts units geometrically. Recommended cutting speed ranges by material (e.g. 'steel 1045: 80–120 m/min') are empirical data from manufacturers and will be covered in a separate section.