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flat end mill profile illustration1/16" flat end mill: hardwood

Other materials: abs · acrylic · extruded acrylic · mdf · plastic · polycarbonate (lexan) · softwood

Same material, other bits: all hardwood settings

Manufacturer / bitMachine classRPMFeed IPMChip load (in)Source
Sienci Labs hobby-light1700042.50.00125source
Sienci Labs hobby-light1700042.50.00031source

FAQ

What feeds and speeds for a 1/16" flat end mill in hardwood on a hobby-light CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Sienci Labs) gives a chip load of 0.00031–0.00125 in per tooth and a feed of 42.5 IPM (2 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.