Coogara
02-13-2013, 03:00 PM
I'd appreciate some advice concerning the bits that come with the Desktop starter kit. The use of most of them is pretty obvious: the v-bit, ballnose bits and engraving bit. The 1/2" straight bit 48-014 I will use for leveling the spoilboard.
But what job is the 61-040 1/8" straight O flute useful for and what is the 65-023 1/4" single flute upcut spiral best used for? I figure they will be useful otherwise why include them in the kit :)
I guess part of my confusion (or lack of confidence) comes from knowing that there are different bits that can do the same job. Both 52-200 and 57-200 bits can be used as end mills for profile cuts, but given the materials I'm working with, what should I use. I guess the point is, too, that I don't own those bits, so I want to invest in the best bits for the present jobs so...
In terms of the Onsrud range or the bits in the starter kit, what should I be using for profile/cutout work and what bit for pocketing to produce a clean bottom? I need some idea of the right bit for these tasks in both softwood and hardwood ranging from 3/8" to 7/8" thick. I will mostly be working timbers like Pine, Ash and Merbau at this stage. Any advice is welcome.
Thanks
Graeme
But what job is the 61-040 1/8" straight O flute useful for and what is the 65-023 1/4" single flute upcut spiral best used for? I figure they will be useful otherwise why include them in the kit :)
I guess part of my confusion (or lack of confidence) comes from knowing that there are different bits that can do the same job. Both 52-200 and 57-200 bits can be used as end mills for profile cuts, but given the materials I'm working with, what should I use. I guess the point is, too, that I don't own those bits, so I want to invest in the best bits for the present jobs so...
In terms of the Onsrud range or the bits in the starter kit, what should I be using for profile/cutout work and what bit for pocketing to produce a clean bottom? I need some idea of the right bit for these tasks in both softwood and hardwood ranging from 3/8" to 7/8" thick. I will mostly be working timbers like Pine, Ash and Merbau at this stage. Any advice is welcome.
Thanks
Graeme