I'm just getting started in CNC machining. I'm have become familiar with CAD/CAM in Fusion 360, but I still have a lot to learn. I purchased my first VMC (a 2011 Sharp SV-2412SX with a Fanuc 0i-MD control). I purchased a bunch of used carbide tooling (mills, drills, reamers, etc.) to practice with, and some new Haas tooling (CAT40 tool holders, ER collets and more cutting toots). And I am learning how to use the machine by running test parts that I design in Fusion 360.

What I'd like to learn from experienced CNC machinists is how you manage and organize your tool libraries. Do organize tools by vendor? By tooling material? By part material (ferrous and non-ferrous)? By tool types?

One thing I have learned so far ... trying to build a Fusion 360 tool library with used tooling is a real pain. I'm using FSWizard to help me figure out speeds and feeds for the used tools for which I cannot find any technical data for online.

Thanks!