Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CNC polishing with a mill?

Soft polishing should be no problem but abrasive could mean
having to adjust the path or tool offset due to wear on the polishing tool
(some can disappear at an alarming rate).

Take a look at some CNC Grinders. Though not suitable for your
purpose, should give some ideas on what's required.

On the tool's availability have to say I've never seen any for
use on a Mill.

Dave M.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Abby Katt" <cncgroupnospam@...>
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CNC polishing with a mill?


> Hi all,
>
> I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on ways to polish with a
> CNC mill?
> I'm not talking about random-polishing of existing items, but rather,
> polishing as a finish step on a piece that has just been milled and is
> still sitting in the mill....
>
> It seems that you could use the existing toolpath (or create one with
> your CAM package) that would match the geometry and make some nice
> polishing passes over your piece... I'm particularly interested in
> this, because it'd give a good even finish and could potentially be used
> to remove machining marks.. very good as I'd love to be able to
> reliably finish Alu parts on the mill and be able to chuck them straight
> into anodizing...
>
> What would you use tho? Do they make milling polishing tools even?
> ~Abby



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