MRR

Material removal rate tells you how much material is being removed per unit of time. It is useful for comparing tool performance, estimating cycle times, and spotting process problems. I calculate MRR on every new job to establish a baseline. I track MRR for each job and compare it to the baseline over time. A 20% decrease in MRR indicates tool wear or a process problem. A sudden drop often catches issues before the tool breaks. ...