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CNC Job Setup Sheet Generator — Speeds, Feeds & Chipload Verification

Build Printable Setup Sheets with Calculated Cutting Parameters

Free CNC setup sheet generator for milling and turning. Enter job details, add up to 8 cutting tools, and get automatic RPM, feed IPM, chipload, and estimated Ra calculations. Color-coded chipload verification flags under/overfeeding.

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Professional shop format with job header, tool table, workholding notes, inspection requirements, and sign-off lines. Replaces hand-written setup cards with consistent, calculated documentation.

Pro Tip: Fill out the setup sheet BEFORE you start setting up. Calculating and recording speeds, feeds, and tool data forces you to think through the process. A 10-minute investment prevents hours of troubleshooting and scrap.

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How It Works

  1. Enter Job Information

    Part number, work order, material, and operation type. Select material preset for typical SFM ranges.

  2. Add Cutting Tools

    Up to 8 tools: tool number, description, diameter, flutes (milling) or nose radius (turning), SFM, and feed per tooth.

  3. Review Calculated Parameters

    RPM, Feed IPM, Feed IPR, chipload, and estimated Ra compute automatically.

  4. Check Chipload Verification

    Green/yellow/red indicators flag underfeeding (rubbing) and overfeeding (breakage risk).

  5. Print or Export

    Preview in professional shop format with sign-off lines. Export as PDF for posting.

Built For

  • CNC setup operators creating standardized documentation for each job
  • Shop supervisors requiring documented setup verification before first articles
  • Job shop machinists managing multiple part numbers
  • Training programs teaching setup planning and documentation
  • Quality systems requiring traceable setup records for ISO 9001 or AS9100
  • Shops transitioning from hand-written setup cards to digital documentation

Features & Capabilities

Dynamic Tool Table

Up to 8 tools with milling or turning parameters. Add/remove tools as needed.

Auto RPM and Feed

RPM, feed rate, IPR, and chipload calculated from SFM and geometry inputs.

Chipload Verification

Color-coded check: green (good), yellow (borderline), red (under/overfeeding).

Surface Finish Estimate

Theoretical Ra for each tool using standard feed-to-finish formulas.

Professional Print Format

Job header, material block, tool table, notes, and sign-off lines matching traditional shop setup cards.

PDF Export

Export as branded PDF for machine posting or quality records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Up to 8 tools. For complex multi-operation parts, create separate setup sheets for each operation.
Depends on tool diameter and material. Carbide in steel: 1/8" = 0.001-0.002", 1/4" = 0.002-0.004", 1/2" = 0.003-0.006". Double for aluminum; reduce 30-40% for stainless.
Calculated RPM exceeds typical machine limits. Small tools in aluminum commonly exceed 10,000+ RPM. Reduce SFM or accept machine-limited speed.
Auto-save stores your last setup. Export as PDF for recurring jobs. URL sharing creates a reloadable link.
Disclaimer: Calculated parameters are starting points. Adjust based on machine rigidity, workholding, tool condition, and real-world performance. Always verify first articles with calibrated instruments.

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