Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CNC Router Tooling for a cnc new-be

In a message dated 5/24/2004 11:51:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
testfly@... writes:

I am wanting to do some line drawings on wood and plastic.
My question deals with tooling. (Cutting Bits)
Where do I get them and what should I look for in a good bit.

My router has a 1/4" collet cut into the shaft. Just insert 1/4"
shanked bit and tighten nut to secure. I would like to cut 1/8"
lines if that makes since. Do they make a step down collet for
this type of tool? It is a Ryobi 3/4 hp router.

I just finished adding a floating pen to my Z axis and I would like to
test my G code having it mark the material. Then if all looks well.
I remove the pen setup and install the router and then reset and
have the machine cut the same path. I can make the swap in less
than 2 minutes so its not a big job.

Thanks in advance for any and all the help!

Troy

You should be able to get a 1/4" shank 1/8" cutter with no problem. Make
sure it is rated for the speed of your spindle. There are a number of places
to purchase those, including Sears and probably Home Depot. Professionals
would purchase from someone like Ghudo Tools, or Leitz, or Amanda. These are
manufactureres of tooling. You might do a search for these brands online.

Randy Abernathy
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