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greg@germanguitars.com
06-06-2001, 12:44 AM
Howdy. I got my ShopBot 3 weeks ago and I am building archtop guitars with it using Millwizard for my toolpaths. I'm using a 1" straight bit for my roughing pass, and a 1" ball bit for the finishing. Where can I get a larger (2" or so) bit to smooth the final shape with fewer passes?
Would a bit that large hurt my 3 1/4 PC router at 10K?
-gg

sheldon@dingwallguitars.com
06-06-2001, 12:27 PM
I'm using a Freud, Dimar also makes one. If your collet is nice and true, there shouldn't be a lot of vibration.