Diamond Drag

[twelchPTM]

First, I know this has probly been covered somewhere on the forums but I'm trying to be quick about getting the info I need
Second, I am considering purchasing the WigitWorks Diamond Drag Engraving Bit and am wondering what king of feed rates it can run at. I need to provide estimated time frames for a few projects in order to justify the expense before I can get the go ahead to buy it. Any input is greatly appreciated.

[Brady Watson]

Depending on the material, I have run a drag between 0.4 and 3.0 IPS. Down pressure on the tip (preloading the spring) also influences the 'drag quality', so expect some experimentation. Keep in mind the tip is consumable and the spindle is OFF during operation. Order extra tips...

-B

[twelchPTM]

I figured as much, I am looking at aluminum engraving blanks coulld you hook me up with a slightly more specific speed range?

[jhedlund58]

I see that one on amazon for 180 and extra tips for 25 or so.... i have been interested in this bit for some time as well... if i may add a follow up question on this thread...

how does the zero plate work with spring loaded tip... or is this a non-concern because of the grounding clip

maybe this should be a new thread... sure someone will let me know

[Brady Watson]

Start on the slow end, like .7 IPS XY MS, then gradually increase the speed until the quality starts going down hill. Then reduce speed until you are happy with the quality again. Don't forget the law of physics applies...If you have a lot of really small short moves, your speed changes won't make much difference - but on large sweeping shapes, it will.

-B

[jerry_stanek]

I see that one on amazon for 180 and extra tips for 25 or so.... i have been interested in this bit for some time as well... if i may add a follow up question on this thread...

how does the zero plate work with spring loaded tip... or is this a non-concern because of the grounding clip

maybe this should be a new thread... sure someone will let me know


You can not use the zero plate as the diamond is not conductive. you just use the keyboard to bring the bit down to zero .