Re: Using a porter cable router to cut aluminum

> The "trick" as I mentioned a few posts ago, is much like we had to
> learn when 4 cylinder engines replaced our V8's; that is, keep the
> speed up; DON'T lug it. Small bites, very fast. This is what will
> give you success with small machines.
>
> It pays to remember that a person who has a hammer as his only

tool,

> sees everything as a nail...
>
> Which means if you've been working with a full-size manual mill,

you

> probably will bring "what works" with you to the small mill. But

like

> the small import trucks of the 70's, what works with the big 'uns
> DOESN'T necessarily "translate" well.
>
> Hope this helps,
>
> Ballendo

I cut 080 alum with a router. gets great chips and the setup is not
terribly ridgid.

The key for me for cutting out parts is letting the chips fall thru.
Whenever I can,I keep the part elevated so the cutter is in the air
and the chips fall out and not stay in the cut. BIG difference.

and about mills, I think someone one here uses their bridgeport for
doing PC Boards !


Dave