New machine bogging down / missing steps

[mike os]

24k is not bad tbh... more in reference to running at 12k.. :-)

[EddyCurrent]

I suggested 16500 to 18000 rpm earlier because that seems to be a sweet spot on my machine, (16500 especially) it gives a good finish on the smallest cutters in hardwood and less tool wear (cuts per second).

[mike os]

balancing cuter speed, DOC and feed is the key I think, but generally low cutter speeds (peripheral /curcumferencial speed- varies with diameter) is an important consideration... when I get consulted on poor performance/finish on router & spindle moulder work it is nearly always running too slow, usually because the operator is inexperienced or scared of the tool.... should not be a problem with CNC though I don't think

[James123]

Thanks guys, the missing steps issue turned out to be the pinions slipping, ill try running it at 24,000 rpm and higher feed rate and see if that improves the cut quality.