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How To Drill 1/8" Thick Titanium Plate???

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Southron

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I Have to drill some 1/4" holes in a 1/8" thick Grade 5 Titanium plate. I have a drill press on which I can control the speed. Can I get away with using a new (sharp) TiN coated drill? If not, what is the best drill to use?

What speed do I run the drill press at? Do I use any cutting fluid-if so, what is best.

While I realize most aircraft homebuilders never work with titanium, I figure that we have such a talented and knowledgeable pool of members on this BB, several members probably deals with titanium at work.

Any advice would be very much appreciated!

THANKS!
 
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