how to machine a logo using mastercam.

[cob]

Hello to all I have this question maybe someone can help me out.
I would like to make a logo on a part stainless steel about .005 deep
what would be the best way to go about doing this logo would it be best.
have anybody done logos on parts using mastercam if so what would be the best bits to use
thanks

[dpark1]

I always use 1/8 ball nose endmill. Contour-window-click search point.

[Superman]

Hi cob

How are you wanting to define this logo ?

If you want the lines and arcs of the logo to be "engraved" into the part ( "sunk" )
You use the same principle as contour, but turn compensation OFF and un-check lead in/out, start depth=0depth=-0.005"

tool is a taper tool , point dia .008", included angle 40-50 degees ( D-bit ) OD=1/4" flute=0.15" shoulder=0.2" (Carbide)( HSS won't last )
XY-feed=6-10"/min
Plunge rate= 2"/min
retract= 25"/min
Spindle= 6000
flute=1

verify should show end result

Some people use a 60° or 90° spotting tool- but may push up a burr

If you want it "raised" ( background is cut away ), it is a bit more involved.

[Derek Goodwin]

There is a tutorial on engraving letters in this Thread

[cob]

thanks for the replies really appreciated
Ok I got the letterin stuff down
but say for example I would want to do the SUPERMAN LOGO about .010deep how would you guys go about doing that.
another question say I dont want to do all this on the mill do any of you guys know if theres something outhere that basically can do the same as the mill just a little more compact.
basically some kind of machine that can do logos numbers and lettering
thanks again

[Superman]

How about a Dot Matrix Marker

it's very quick.
There are types that use your laptop to drive the software

[Derek Goodwin]

Laser etching

[tobyaxis]

Originally Posted by cob Hello to all I have this question maybe someone can help me out. I would like to make a logo on a part stainless steel about .005 deep what would be the best way to go about doing this logo would it be best. have anybody done logos on parts using mastercam if so what would be the best bits to use thanks

For Stainless I recommend these from Harvey Tool.

http://www.harveytool.com/products/p...raving+Cutters