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

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

Same material, other bits: all plastic settings

Maker / bitMachine classRPMFeed IPMChip load (in)Source
Sienci Labs hobby-light1700051.20.00151source

FAQ

What feeds and speeds for a 1/16" flat end mill in plastic on a hobby-light CNC router?
Published maker data (Sienci Labs) gives a chip load of 0.00151 in per tooth and a feed of 51.2 IPM (1 sourced row). Start low and test in scrap.

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