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Subject: Re: New CNC Project Completed

From: "Dave Mucha" <dave_mucha@...>
Date: 2004-07-18

--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "wwashington2k"
<wwashington@a...> wrote:
> I just finished my CNC table which I plan to use to make PCBs. I
> have a Dremel tool mounted which I'd like to use to route the PCBs.
> Can anyone tell me the best bit to use and recommend a feedrate?
> Also, what should the spindle speed be set to (1-10)?
>
> I've created a photo album called ww2k and uploaded a few pictures.
> The CNC table is make from scrap metal and roller skate bearings.
>
> Thanks,
> ww2k

thinkandtink.com has bits, but be warned, they are kinda pricey at
almost $9.00 each.

they last longer if you can set the depth to just below the copper
and as the copper starts to burr (indicating a dull edge) you can set
the depth deeper and get a little more life from the tool.

My machine has 25,000 RPM as the top speed and uses that for all
drills up to 1/16th.

I don't have the pointed tool speed on this computer, but can let you
know that setting tomarrow.

Dave