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jrw00d2@aol.com
10-30-2001, 06:37 PM
I am using the tif converter to create files from digi photos, I am having marginal luck, but I think I need to use smaller bits. Anyone have a source for cutters that would be good for this application.

Thanks
Jay

billp
10-31-2001, 11:31 AM
Jay, I have been buying small bits from Mcmaster-Carr (www.mcmaster.com). When you get to their page look for "end mills".You can get them as small as 1/64". Usually I use their 1/8" ,4-fluted carbide bits, and they hold up very well..

Mayo
10-31-2001, 01:37 PM
When I did the photos, I used a v-bit made by Amana. It's what they call their Sign Bit. I think it's 60 degrees, and it has 3 cutting edges and comes to a nice sharp point. It's got a 1/4" shank.

Another tip would be regarding the cutting depth. You don't need very much depth to get a nice looking photo. Mine worked out pretty good at -0.03

ron_cleaver
11-01-2001, 07:07 AM
Jay,

I had the best luck by using tif files where the background is darker than the rest of the picture. It takes longer but the picture is raised instead of recessed.