Hi,
I am very new to aluminum milling on a CNC router (FoxAlien CNC Vasto Series), I have done some milling work on a Bridgeport style machine. As these are vastly different in terms of spindle speeds & feed rates, I need help in selecting the right milling tool. I am worried about breaking end mills...
1. What tool type? Carbide or High speed steel?
2. Coated type end mill or non coated?
3. # of flutes, In my research I found most people recommend 1 flute as ideal for milling aluminum, and spindle speed of 20k. Should I buy a coated end mill?
4. Could I opt for a 2 flute end mill, just in case?
5. What type of coolant? WD40? or isopropyl alcohol (very little mess) ?
thanks
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I am very new to aluminum milling on a CNC router (FoxAlien CNC Vasto Series), I have done some milling work on a Bridgeport style machine. As these are vastly different in terms of spindle speeds & feed rates, I need help in selecting the right milling tool. I am worried about breaking end mills...
1. What tool type? Carbide or High speed steel?
2. Coated type end mill or non coated?
3. # of flutes, In my research I found most people recommend 1 flute as ideal for milling aluminum, and spindle speed of 20k. Should I buy a coated end mill?
4. Could I opt for a 2 flute end mill, just in case?
5. What type of coolant? WD40? or isopropyl alcohol (very little mess) ?
thanks
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