How to enter bit info

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BarryGilbert
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How to enter bit info

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This bit was recommended for the item I'm cutting...How do I enter it into my tools? I mean I know how and where but it has a degree of 4.28 and I don't see where to place that information for a Ball Nosed bit. Thanks!

Tapered Ball Nose End Mill 1/4" Shank with1.5mm Ball Radio 4.82 Deg Router bit.

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Enter AS a Tapered Ball Nose, and just plug the correct numbers in per the diagram.
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scottp55 wrote:Enter AS a Tapered Ball Nose, and just plug the correct numbers in per the diagram.
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Thanks Scott. It was right there and I just didn't click on it. I really appreciate the help.

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No Problem:)
Been there and done that, and just about every darn wrong thing in the book :)
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scottp55 wrote:No Problem:)
Been there and done that, and just about every darn wrong thing in the book :)
scott
May I ask another question about this same file? I had another person make this model for me so I don't have or know much about Aspire or the 3D modeling. Is there a way to add to a model? I really need for my numbers inside the model to be embossed. Is there a way to make those numbers interchangeable into the model? Is this the best place for this question or should I start another topic?
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Re: How to enter bit info

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Probably best to start a new topic with more relevant title.
You'll have to Import the model(AFTER setting up the new job to a size slightly larger than the model at Max Res (50X?)).
I'd probably do The Citadel info with some version of VCarving "On a 3D Model", but depends on the effect you want and a lot of other factors.
Ask for the best Vectric Tutorials to Work through also.
I'm busy making messes(and kinda cleaning them up) in the shop today :)
Good luck!
Include as much info on material/size/etc. of the project as you can, as well as pics!
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