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CNC Router - Need help with bits, feed speeds, etc?

May 24th, 2008 · 2 Comments

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Chris Fulton asked:


I have a newly built CNC router. Its built off of the HobbyCNC plans. It has a HobbyCNC controler (3 axis) with 305oz motors. The ‘router’ is a trim router that takes 1/4″ bits.

I’m looking for help with some guidelines regarding selecing the right bit, plunge rate and feed speed. I’m cutting some 1/2″ maple, but also want to cut and engrave acrylic.

Is there someplace that gives this type of info?

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Tags: Do It Yourself (DIY)

2 responses so far ↓

  • 1 Bart D // May 25, 2008 at 5:38 am

    is ___The___ place to be.

    A lot of the folks there use CNC for metal, but there’s also a woodsection, jewelry etc. etc. You name it, they have it.
    You can also find countless links there to other CNC-projects/sites etc. etc. etc.

    No one… can keep up with all the info given there.

  • 2 Remo294 // May 27, 2008 at 3:17 pm

    You can also try for speed and feed info. Where did you find plans for a cnc router?