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  1. Recommendations on 4'x8' Co2 & fiber lasers

    Hey All,

    I have been tasked with getting a C02 and fiber laser that can each cut 4'x8' sheets so that we can get rid of our ancient water jet.

    I am familiar with lasers from my last company...
  2. Starting the search for a new large Vertical CNC Mill - Input wanted

    Hey Guys,

    Looking into replacing our workhorse mill in the next year or so and figured I'd see if anyone has some insights here to help with the direction to go.

    Currently, we have a 3-axis...
  3. Re: I'm struggling with aluminum sticking to my 2-flute carbide bit on my Partner MB1

    With your adaptive tool path make sure your tool engagement is not something crazy like 40-60% try like 10-15% to start. Also try a 3 flute, works much better for aluminum
  4. Re: Laser engraves darker on one side of bed than other

    Clean mirrors and perfect alignment are key to getting even power across the bed.

    Press on the edge of the tape on the optic hole so you can see a circle from the hole and you will be able to...
  5. Re: Issues with soft wood on router table // End mill suggestions wanted

    And check the 2nd post for a google drive with the photos, not sure what happened to the original attachments
  6. Re: Issues with soft wood on router table // End mill suggestions wanted

    Hey Marv,

    Current Carbide tool seems pretty sharp still.

    All I have for HSS and Single flute end mills will be up cut, I'll throw them in and see what happens.

    My fear is that the up flute...
  7. Re: Issues with soft wood on router table // End mill suggestions wanted

    Looks like my attachments did no come through correct, here is a google folder with pictures.

    Cheers!

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/TXjD7gej9AJoqSbp7
  8. Issues with soft wood on router table // End mill suggestions wanted

    Hey guys,

    Having some issues with milling this very, very soft wood on our router table.

    I am currently running a down cut, 2 flute carbide end mill @ 12k rpm and 80ipm (slowed down because of...
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