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CNC Router: Toolpathing with VCarve Pro

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Preparing a Design for Machining

This page covers the process of creating tool paths for the CNC Router using VCarve Pro. Remember before starting the process

Feeds & Speeds

  1. Winston Moy: Feeds & Speeds Overview
  2. Winston Moy: MDF Feeds & Speeds

Router Bits (aka Endmills)

  • Kits
  1. Whitside 1/4", Router Bit Starter Kit, 5-piece
  2. Signmaking Letter Engraving Kit - 6 pcs
  • Individual Bits - Square End
  1. Down Cut Spiral Bit (Whiteside RD2100)
  2. Up Cut Spiral Bit (Whiteside RU2100)
  3. 1/4" Up/Down Compression (Whiteside UD2100)
  4. 1/8" Up/Down Compression
  5. O Flute 1/8" Up Cut for Plastic or Acrylic
  • Individual Bits - V-bits
  1. Whiteside 1/4", V-Groove 90-Degree
  2. Whiteside 1/4", V-Groove 60-Degree
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