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    Really? That's good to know. What sort of cutter do I need and what depth of cut can I expect?

    Thanks for your help!

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    Quote Originally Posted by JonnyFive View Post
    Really? That's good to know. What sort of cutter do I need and what depth of cut can I expect?

    Thanks for your help!
    Single flute cutter works well for aluminum if your new to cutting because gives better chip clearance. Regards Depth of cut and feeds etc then can't tell you because it's very machine and material dependant. What works for me probably won't work for you.
    Lots of variables come into play and machine stiffness along with spindle power play big role so you'll need to use trial and error. Expect to snap a few cutters.

    To practise don't use cheap Aluminium like 1050 sheet as it's more difficult to cut because it's sticky like chewing gum and not easy to cut without gumming up cutters unless know what doing.

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    Also avoid AlTin coated carbide cutters if you're cutting aluminium. Use uncoated carbide. I learned this the hard way...

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