In this episode we take a look at a few bits that beginners need to get started with desktop CNC machines. We discuss bit terminology, common bits and touch on speeds and feeds.

Bit selections from Sainsmart
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Bits from FoxAlien
CNC Router Bits

Bits from Spe Tools
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Amana tools from Tooltoday
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00:00 Introduction
02:00 Terminology
12:22 Common bits
22:12 Speeds and feeds
28:14 V carves

Grahams Guide
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In this episode we take a look at a few bits that beginners need to get started with desktop CNC machines. We discuss bit terminology, common bits and touch on speeds and feeds. Bit selections from Sainsmart https://amzn.to/3p0O8kn Bits from FoxAlien CNC Router Bits Bits from Spe Tools https://amzn.to/3lNko8R Amana tools from Tooltoday https://shrsl.com/37eun 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Terminology 12:22 Common



CNC router bits can be confusing. In this video, I explain and show the differences between an upcut, downcut, and compression bit.

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CNC router bits can be confusing. In this video, I explain and show the differences between an upcut, downcut, and compression bit. Join the CNC Inner Cirlce – https://bit.ly/3MdVfyl Thank you to Bits and Bits for sponsoring this video! https://bitsbits.com/ Upcut Bit – https://bit.ly/3qeBEFE Downcut Bit – https://bit.ly/37FZns2 Short Flute Compression Bit – https://bit.ly/3Iqd8HL ⚫Support Andy Bird Builds Channel Subscribe:



Calculating Feeds and Speeds can be overwhelming, but it does not have to be. I go over a practical guide for a beginner to understand and calculate feedrates and RPM.

Downloadable Excel Feeds and Speeds Sheet!!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRbyKJWZfIecyy1u3LxrUHTyntXwBfji-cUk-0sdY811aAN5wLE6lMoNWWpwbH0PJWQF4zAQLtT1sAv/pub?output=xlsx

Chipload Description – 1:11

Calculating Feeds and Speeds on Excel – 6:54

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Calculating Feeds and Speeds can be overwhelming, but it does not have to be. I go over a practical guide for a beginner to understand and calculate feedrates and RPM. Downloadable Excel Feeds and Speeds Sheet!! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRbyKJWZfIecyy1u3LxrUHTyntXwBfji-cUk-0sdY811aAN5wLE6lMoNWWpwbH0PJWQF4zAQLtT1sAv/pub?output=xlsx Chipload Description – 1:11 Calculating Feeds and Speeds on Excel – 6:54 About Cuttin It Close: Founded in 2020 Cuttin It Close is