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oxford
08-12-2008, 06:33 PM
I am routing some bamboo.

I have a 30000rpm router and can run at 50IPM.

I will be using a 3/16" bit and doing some detail with a 1/16".

I have the code in for making passes with a .08" depth cut.

Are my cuts shallow enough, or do I need to ease back more?

Thanks

highspeedmazak
08-12-2008, 07:54 PM
All of this depends on how you are holding the part.

ger21
08-12-2008, 08:47 PM
I'd cut deeper with the 3/16 bit. 1/8 or deeper. Depends on the spindle power, machine rigidity, tool type and sharpness.

oxford
08-12-2008, 11:06 PM
spindle power = 600W

the part is bolted down to the table

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