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Current ongoing project and is not yet completed ready for general use.
  
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Talk to [[User talk:Idn|Idn]] or [[User talk:TBSliver|TBSliver]]
  
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* Build documentation has been moved to https://github.com/lammspace/OxCNC/blob/master/build.md
  
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[[User:Idn|Idn]] ([[User talk:Idn|talk]]) 07:03, 9 December 2015 (PST)
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=== Tooling Recommendations ===
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When purchasing cutters, keep the following advice from Louis in mind:
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* Fewer flutes are better for the speed of the machine
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* Carbide cutters will last longer and keep their edge
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* The longer the tool, the thicker you need the shank. ER11 used in the machine has a maximum shank size of 7mm
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* The following seller is recommended - http://stores.ebay.co.uk/cncpoorboytoolstore/Cutters-Carbide-/_i.html?_fsub=1167155014
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=== Tools in stock ===
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* Full set of collets from 1mm to 7mm in 0.5mm increments
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* 5 x 4mm Wood Cutting CNC Router Bits Single Flute Tools 17mm (carbide) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191436109910
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* 10 x 3.175mm 1/8" Single Flute Carbide Spiral End Mill 25mm CNC Router Bits http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191618994247
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* 10 x 3.175mm 20 degrees PCB engraving bits - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/152087083924
  
 
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Latest revision as of 10:17, 9 September 2016

Current ongoing project and is not yet completed ready for general use.

Talk to Idn or TBSliver

Idn (talk) 07:03, 9 December 2015 (PST)

Tooling Recommendations

When purchasing cutters, keep the following advice from Louis in mind:

Tools in stock