Due to machinability variations from one alloy to the next, it can be challenging to determine the optimal feeds and speeds during holemaking operations. This is true for any material group, but even more so for stainless steels. 

Watch the video above for some great tips and guidance for drilling stainless steel, one of the more challenging metal groups used widely in medical, aerospace and general engineering applications.

For more information on drilling stainless steel, read: Machining Metals: 6 Tips for Drilling Stainless Steel.

Additional insights and resources on machining metals can be found on Better MRO.