Thanks to another post here in the forums, I found a helpful video from Carbide 3D explaining proper feeds and speeds for the Nomad bits in polycarbonate. Now that I have some ideas of proper settings, I am wondering if anyone can suggest different bits for this process. I know single fluted bits ar…

I’ve done over 100+ hours cutting on poly carb. Single flute and the default “hard plastic” settings in Carbide Create have worked just fine. I don’t bother with ramping. Unless I’m cutting something really small, I use the two pieces of painter’s tape with super glue method of part fixing and I p…

Bit recommendations for cutting polycarbonate

CNC Machines Shapeoko 5 Pro

WillAdams (William Adams (Carbide 3D)) May 14, 2026, 12:36pm 2

Single flute cutters:

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