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    I didn't see a section specifically for spindles, so I will ask here. How much power do I need to machine aluminum plate up to 1/4" thick? Will a small router like the Bosch Colt work? Thanks.

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    It depends on how big of a bite you want to take and what size end mill you use. I think a Bosch Colt will take a maximum of a 1/4 bit, so maybe a 0.030 to 0.060 depth of cut would work. You are not going to cut through a 1/4 aluminum plate in one pass with that router. Spindle HP is not the only consideration, machine rigidity is important also.



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    A bosch colt won't last long taking 1/16" cuts in aluminum. I believe that the bearings are in a plastic housing, like most other trimmers in it's class. I'd figure .01 per pass max. And if you want the "spindle" to last, the heavier duty, and more power, the better.

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