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What router bit to use
Posted: Thu Jul 18, 2013 1:56 pm
by rsotak
So I'm going to be using the 4x8 CNC router table at a local machine shop co-op to thickness profile my skis. Since I'm going to be using bamboo as my core what type of bit will I need. I assume carbide, but is there a bit style that will work well for using bamboo flooring as the starting core.
Was looking to get 5-10 3'x6.25' core planks done in one session.
Posted: Thu Jul 18, 2013 2:04 pm
by twizzstyle
I use an Amana 1.5" straight flute bit, the same one Mike suggests on his Wiki page.
http://www.happymonkeysnowboards.com/Mo ... outer_Bits
Works great with bamboo, and UHMW sidewalls.
Posted: Fri Jul 19, 2013 7:02 am
by rsotak
Thanks for the info. Wasn't sure how it would hold up to the bamboo.
I see his rpm setting, but what kind of feed rates do you normally run for profiling the cores
Posted: Fri Jul 19, 2013 12:58 pm
by twizzstyle
I do 75ipm, which is as fast as I ever run my y-axis (which is ballscrew-driven)
Posted: Tue Aug 13, 2013 8:50 am
by olie25
step over % with the 1.5???
Posted: Tue Aug 13, 2013 11:35 am
by twizzstyle
I can't remember what I've done... probably 50% or 65%?