[anthropod]

I am new to CNC routers. I have on order my first CNC router and am really excited. Tooling is something that I really overwhelms me.

I have seen other similar threads, but did not find a good answer/discussion.

What would be a good starter set of tooling to make the CNC router useful.
I would like to make lithophanes, some signs, and cut plastic sheets into RC parts.

I saw a list of tooling on another thread but didn't see any real comments.

End Mills
End Mill .25 inch
End Mill .5 inch

Ball Nose
Ball Nose .25 inch
Ball Nose .125 inch

V-Bits
V-Bit 60 deg .25 inch
V-Bit 90 deg .5 inch
V-Bit 90 deg 1.25 inch

Engraving
20 deg .02 Tip

Would this be a good starter set?
Is there something missing?
Is there something not needed?

[ger21]

I'd recommend buying what you need, and not really a "set".

For Lithophanes, you'll want a 1/16" or smaller ballnose for really good detail. You might also want a tapered ballnose bit.

For plastics, get some 1/8" and 1/4" "O" flute bits. Depending on the size of your parts.

For wood, you might want some downcut spiral router bits. They leave a cleaner top edge and splinter less. But you'll want upcuts if you're making deep cuts.