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    Search for extra long bits

    Hi guys,
    I’m specifically looking for a 1/4” shaft, 4 or 5 “ long, tapered ball bit with a tip around 1/16th” diameter. I’m doing 3d carving and my 3” bit just isn’t long enough…….. oh what I would...
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    Tool offset help

    Hey guys,
    I’m trying to figure out something.
    When I use my tool information on the run program screen I can adjust the height +\- without any problems. However the diameter adjustment won’t change...
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    Xbox one wireless controller on mach3

    Hi guys,
    I was using an old Xbox 360 wired controller till it broke.
    I bought what I thought was a 360 wireless but turned out to be a
    Xbox one . I can’t seem to get it to work. My laptop is on...
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    Thanks Ger, I guess I’m thinking more about...

    Thanks Ger,
    I guess I’m thinking more about deeper cuts and slower speeds so not to beat the machine up to much. Like I said, I’m always learning !!!!
    I’ve run the machine at 200 for finishing...
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    Question about cutting speeds

    Hi Guys,
    I’ve been using my CNC Router Parts 2x4 pro for over a year now, so I guess you can say I’m still a newbie lol !
    I’ll try to keep this short but to the point.
    So I have the 2x4 pro with...
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    Thanks again Roger, So if I remember correctly,...

    Thanks again Roger,
    So if I remember correctly, with the 1/8 hss 4 flute endmill I had the rpm at 10000 which is the slowest I can go, 8 to 15 ipm,and a cut depth of .0025 per pass. And used up 4...
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    Oh, and just to let you know, the burr didn’t...

    Oh, and just to let you know, the burr didn’t make it here fast enough, I ended up finishing the outer cut with a 1/4 ball nose carbide 2 flute spiral. Surprisingly it still looks like it is in good...
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    Thanks for all the help!!!!! It was a Xmas...

    Thanks for all the help!!!!! It was a Xmas present for my brother , it was a huge hit !!!!
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    Ok, great thanks!!! Which leads to another...

    Ok, great thanks!!!
    Which leads to another question.....
    I’ve tried 3 different 1/4 to 1/8 reducers, all won’t hold the bit tight.
    Looked for a porter cable collet 1/8 but I’ve only found 1/2 3/8...
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    USA, I just wanted to make sure I’m shopping for...

    USA, I just wanted to make sure I’m shopping for the right one.
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    Sorry to ask but could you send me a link for an...

    Sorry to ask but could you send me a link for an online supplier for a good bit so I can compare?
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    Thanks Roger, the carbide bits I do have are 2...

    Thanks Roger, the carbide bits I do have are 2 flute spiral. Being I’m a bit more than halfway through already should I try with one of those? And should I continue using the tip or plunge past and...
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    As much as I enjoy the festive bright red glow...

    As much as I enjoy the festive bright red glow this time of year, I get your point . Thanks
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    No spindle.... 3hp porter cable router

    No spindle.... 3hp porter cable router
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    Oh, also, do you know of a home brew lube for...

    Oh, also, do you know of a home brew lube for cutting ?
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    Lol, ok, I did say I was learning !!!! Hahaha It...

    Lol, ok, I did say I was learning !!!! Hahaha
    It wasn’t much of a sight, only got a 1/4” before it snapped.
    The slowest I can get with this router is 10000. My old router only had one speed so I...
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    Hey KH, So I was thinking about what you said as...

    Hey KH,
    So I was thinking about what you said as far as steps. I guess I’m not sure what you mean by that? Here are the specs of my machine. And as I said in last post lm using fusion 360 to design...
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    Hi Roger, Thanks, as I was learning yesterday, I...

    Hi Roger,
    Thanks, as I was learning yesterday, I had an early visit from Santa!!!
    Well at least from rudolf and his glowing red nose!!!!
    😂 Up on the cnc roof I heard a chatter, and when I looked I...
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    Thanks KH, I have it made in fusion 360...

    Thanks KH,
    I have it made in fusion 360 already, it about 32”x 22”. The 1/8th bit clears all the books and crannies!!! Lol
    Learned a lot yesterday but still learning mm vs in.
    Thanks
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    Hi KH, When you say 400 /80 are you referring to...

    Hi KH,
    When you say 400 /80 are you referring to mm , cm, or inches?
    Here is what I want to cut.
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    Hi Roger I should have been more specific...

    Hi Roger
    I should have been more specific sorry.
    I will be screwing down the perimeter and use double sided tape in the center. Here is a snapshot of what I want to cut from the sheet and make it...
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    Routing sheet metal

    Hi Guys,
    Could someone please help me. I’m rather new to cnc, and only have worked with wood .
    I picked up what I believe is 24”x36” x .0179 zinc plated sheet metal at lowes. I wish to cut out
    A...
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    Need help buying setup

    Hi Guys,
    I've been wanting to get into this for some time now but never got around to it.
    i could really use some help in picking a setup that meets my needs and budget !!!!
    l hand carve E-pipes...
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    Need suggestions on what to purchase...

    Hi Guys,
    I've been wanting to get into this for some time now but never got around to it.
    i could really use some help in picking a setup that meets my needs and budget !!!!
    l hand carve E-pipes...
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