Originally Posted by
pendentive
I am setting up a Romaxxcnc HS-1 and need some advice on which bits to use.
I will be cutting parts out of Phenolic (micarta - similar to circuitboard, but thicker 1/4"-3/8") as well as G10 (fiberglass + resin) for knife handles (full tang).
Here's what I have in mind so far:
For general cutting:
1/4" ball end mill, HSS, 2-flute, TiN coated
mcmastercarr.com 8900A21
For profiling and pocketing (for handle bolts):
1/8" end mill, HSS, 4-flute, TiN coated, center-cutting
mcmastercarr.com 8918A41
Let me know if I'm on the right track.
As you can probably tell...this is completely new to me!
Thanks for any help.
Dan