Quote Originally Posted by examorph View Post
Thanks Paulus, I will try that.
Anyone got any advice on the aluminium parameters please? I understand that there are many variables that effect this but am just confirming figures roughly so that I dont snap the 2mm end mill within first 5 mins of cutting. Thanks.
Nobody can answer that question correctly because you don't give enough detail.
Even then with such small tools it can be lottery and you'll need to adjust on the fly while cutting. Coolant and good Chip clearing is MUST.

Honestly knowing you have only just got your machine working I think your being a little too ambitious trying to cut aluminium with small tool without any experience of machine or material.!! . . . Expect to break lots of tools.

Tool length
Tool material
Tool Stickout
# of flutes
Material grade