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RPM table for diamond drill bits (Ø32–Ø300 mm)
When working in professional core drilling, one of the most frequently asked questions is:
How many RPM should a diamond drill bit make based on its diameter?
In fact, the answer depends on the correct peripheral speed , which varies according to the material.
In this table we use the following parameters:
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Cement → 2.0–3.0 m/s
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Reinforced concrete → 1.2–1.8 m/s
Formula used
RPM = π ⋅ D V ⋅ 60
Where:
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V = peripheral speed (m/s)
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D = diameter in meters
Complete RPM table for drill bits
| Ø Drill bit | Reinforced concrete 1.2–1.8 m/s | Cement 2.0–3.0 m/s |
|---|---|---|
| 32 mm | 720 – 1,070 RPM | 1,190 – 1,790 RPM |
| 42 mm | 550 – 820 RPM | 910 – 1,370 RPM |
| 52 mm | 440 – 660 RPM | 730 – 1,100 RPM |
| 62 mm | 370 – 550 RPM | 620 – 930 RPM |
| 72 mm | 320 – 480 RPM | 530 – 800 RPM |
| 82 mm | 280 – 420 RPM | 470 – 700 RPM |
| 100 mm | 230 – 340 RPM | 380 – 570 RPM |
| 120 mm | 190 – 290 RPM | 320 – 480 RPM |
| 150 mm | 150 – 230 RPM | 250 – 380 RPM |
| 180 mm | 130 – 190 RPM | 210 – 320 RPM |
| 200 mm | 115 – 170 RPM | 190 – 290 RPM |
| 250 mm | 90 – 140 RPM | 150 – 230 RPM |
| 300 mm | 80 – 115 RPM | 130 – 190 RPM |
How to read the table correctly
To use it on the construction site:
- First, find the diameter of the drill bit
- Secondly, identify the main material
- Always start from the lowest value in the range
- Finally, it increases only if the hole is stable and cooled properly
Important note
If you work:
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dry → stays in the lower part of the range
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with very thick armor → favors conservative values
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with a powerful core drill → it doesn't mean you can increase the RPM
In fact, in coring, stability is more important than speed.
Quick examples
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Ø82 mm on reinforced concrete → approx. 300–400 RPM
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Ø150 mm on concrete → approx. 250–350 RPM
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Ø200 mm on reinforced concrete → approx. 120–160 RPM
