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1/16" flat end mill: softwood
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Same material, other bits: all softwood settings
| Maker / bit | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sienci Labs | hobby-light | 17000 | 42.5 | 0.00125 | source |
| Sienci Labs | hobby-light | 17000 | 42.5 | 0.00031 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1/16" flat end mill in softwood on a hobby-light CNC router?
Published maker 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.
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