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Kurt_WI
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Recommendations for bits

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In a general sense, what bits are others here using to produce PVC images?

Thanks Kurt

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Re: Recommendations for bits

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I use solid carbide 3-flute spiral ball-nose bits. The flutes and spiral help eliminate bit chatter leaving a smoother cut.
Check out http://www.cuttingtoolsource.com/ballno ... mills.html
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Re: Recommendations for bits

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Thanks for the info Dale.

Kurt

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Re: Recommendations for bits

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I use 1/8 ball nose off eBay. Ten buts for 15 bucks. Solid carbide.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-8-Flute-Carbi ... SwlfxXFpiG
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Re: Recommendations for bits

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I use a 1/4 inch 60^ v bit or an engraving bit to the the line carvings.

Bob

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