Re: Looking for a small facing tool (fly cutter / face mill / indexable end mill)
Originally Posted by
polar8
The parts I make (for folding knives) generally fit in a 2x6" envelope, so they're relatively small. I've been facing them using some 1/2" end mills, but it feels wasteful to only use the tip of the flutes, and it's slow.
So, I'm looking for a small facing tool to suit my needs. I'm using a PCNC 1100, so it would either need to be TTS compliant or converted. Is the Tormach Superfly my best option, or are there cheaper alternatives?
I use a 1 inch Shear Hog on my PCNC 1100. AT 3500 RPM AND 40 IPM I get an unbelievable finish on aluminum. The Shear Hog only works on aluminum.
You can buy GOOD PARTS or you can buy CHEAP PARTS, but you can't buy GOOD CHEAP PARTS.