Thread: Tool me up, scotty!
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24-02-2020 #1
So, looks like I'm going to need some cutting bits in the near future, and as my previous machine used PCB type endmills, its time to get serious.
Can people recommend a starter collection for playing around in wood? So far I'm thinking:
- 10mm or 1/2" long straight two flute router bit for hogging material.
- 90 Degree V-groove bit
- 60 Degree V-groove bit
- Ball Nose Endmill - Around 5 or 6mm?
- Compression Bit - Around 5/6mm?
Can anyone flesh out details on that list I should be thinking about.
Anything else that I should consider essential?
What materials should I go for? Is Carbide too much?
Where should I go? Any bay of fleas / Aliexpress recommendations? Any decent UK suppliers?
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24-02-2020 #2
Everything you might need: https://www.shop-apt.co.uk
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24-02-2020 #3
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25-02-2020 #4
Just a note. I have recently had some very poor quality cutters from apt. Vibrating even when slowing rpm right down. Most cutters from them have een good though
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25-02-2020 #5
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25-02-2020 #6
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25-02-2020 #7
It was on 3 flute 45 degree 12mm aluminium cutter. All other sizes were fine. Maybe just a bad batch ground up. They replaced them once I told them the issue so can't fault their service at all and the pricing is great
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25-02-2020 #8
Thanks for the suggestions - just ordered a selection to get me started.
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26-03-2020 #9
Maybe you can try ARDEN V Groove Router Bits later, ARDEN is a famous brand with reliable quality.
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