I’m in the process of designing a set of valet (keys, coins, wallet, etc) out of a chunk of walnut using my XXL. I thought the easiest approach may be to use my Rockler 1" Dish Carving (Router) bit, 1/2" height, 1/4", carbide tipped, 2 flute. I like this bit because I have it from another project from a year ago, and the 1/4" contour that I’m hoping to leave in the bottom of the tray. Additional considerations. I suspect that I’ll use either a 1/4" or 1/2" bit to remove the bulk of the material. I’m looking for some guidance.
Any reasons why I shouldn’t use this bit?
Any support out there for speeds, feeds, step over etc (tool set up in Carbide create and / or V-Carve Pro?
for any “random” non-CNC bit, first thing to check if the max RPM for it works for your router
I got a https://smile.amazon.com/Whiteside-Router-Bits-1372-Diameter/dp/B000K2ADLY and while not quite as beefy as the one you mention, it is working great for me. On F&S, the plunge I had set very conservative and feedrate in the 20 ipm range, DOC in the 0.04" range.
The bits aren’t the fastest going down (large flat area on the bottom, not a ‘point’) obviously. They’re not structured like those fast “bit 201” kind of cutters… but the results can be amazing if you have the patience