My contribution to aluminum milling

3-flute cutter / good old 0.001" chipload?

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I always forget some data :man_facepalming:t3:

So a hefty 0.004" chipload…I need to get me some of those Datron single flute cutters to try that someday.

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Yep it’s quite a load on the spindle but if you never try you never know/learn :grin:

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Ah, but I see you have linear rails. I’m not sure my V-wheels would enjoy that 0.1mm chipload so much.

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Yup - machine load is much worse than spindle load. :wink:

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Datron 4-1 are simply magical! Pretty jealous you have that 14mm SF, bet it runs smooth!

Do you have any tips for high load high rpm machining? Toolpath tips?

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Yes i really like Datron and for me in Europe it’s not more expensive than carbide3d’s.

So now the answer to that question, I have just gone by the Datron default settings and scaled down to my spindle power and from there by feel( eyes and ears) I like to have silent cuts so to speak. Light and fast seems to be the way to go. @Vince.Fab it’s actually you that have guided me along this path :nerd_face:.

Oo and I have burnt a lot :dollar: on the way.

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Finished parts. It’s not perfect but it’s an adapter for a gearsensor on a xtreme kart so🤷🏼‍♂️.

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Yes I have gone with the full upgrade so to speak :slight_smile:

Oo and that 14mm bit.

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