Have you ever wondered which bits are the most efficient and effective for creating bowls, dishes, serving trays, and catch-all trays. In this video we will discuss bits that can be used to make these things on your CNC or even a handheld router if you don’t have a CNC. The video will discuss the characteristics of each bits, what you are looking for and what you need to be aware of to safely use the bits. Last but not least it will discuss setting up a tool path for using bowl bits in Vectric’s vCarve software.
Other Videos Discussed in this video:
Christmas Tree Tray Project: https://youtu.be/L0Ldn0CGSLY
Importing RIP Tool Data into Vectric Database: https://youtu.be/kURWR0HcBAY
How to Put rounders on Your CNC Projects: https://youtu.be/VNNTfhFeizg
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Types of Dishes Previously Made
00:50 Discussion of Ball Nose Bits
01:50 Discussion of Bowl Bits
05:25 Key Characteristics of a Bowl Bit
05:05 How Deep Can You Carve with a Bowl Bit
07:15 Insertion of Bowl Bit into CNC Collet
09:40 Recap of information on Bits and Use of Bits
10:20. Setting Up Toolpaths in Vectric vCarve Pro
11:50 Importing Bowl Bits in vCarve Tool Database
14:15 Review of Total Time for Carving Dish
14:30 Summary Recap of Video Elements
Equipment Used:
Laguna IQ CNC
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Bits I Use and Discussed in this video:
RIP Precision Tools: https://www.ripprecisiontools.com/?ref=692c5q8z
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RIP Precision Tools Bits:
Bowl Bits
– 7/16″ Bowl Bit – 1/4” Shank SKU: BB-437125F2
– 3/4” Bowl Bit – 1/4″ shank. SKU: BB-750250F2
– 3/4” Extended Reach Bowl Bit 1/2″ Shank SKU: BB-750500F2
– 1-1/8” Dia. Extended reach Bowl Bit 1/2″ Shank SKU: BB-1125500F2
Ball Nose Bits:
– 1/4” Ball Nose – 1/4″ Cut Dia. – 1″ Flute Length – 1/4″ Shank – 4 Flute SKU: BN-25010H45F4
– 3/8″ Ball Nose – 1-1/4″ Flute Length – 3″ Total Length – 4 Flute SKU: BN-375125H45F4
Endmills/Compression Bits
– 1/8” Compression – Cut Diameter 1/8″ – 1/4″ Shank Dia. – 13/16 Flute – 2 Flute SKU: CUD-125812X25F2
– 3/16″ Mortise Compression 1/4″ Shank SKU: CUDM-187100X25F2
– 1/4” Mortise Compression bit – 1.0″ Flute Length 2 flute SKU: CUDM-25010X250F2
– 1/4” Compression – 1/4″ Cut Dia. – 1.0″ Flute Length – 1/4″ Shank – 3Flute SKU: CUD-25010X250F3
– 3/16″ Spiral Upcut O-Flute * 7/16″ Flute Length * 1/4″ Shank * 2″ OAL SKU: SU-187437X25F1
– 1/4” Spiral Upcut O-Flute * 1.0″ Flute Length * 1/4″ Shank * 3″ OAL SKU: SU-25010H45F1
V-bits
– 15° vbit – 15 Degree V Bit DLC Coated SKU: VBC-15250F11/4″
– 60° vBit – 60° Degree V bit – 1/4″ shank – 1/4″ cut diameter – 4 flute. SKU: VBC-60250F4
– 30° vbit – 30 Degree Vbit – 1/4″ shank – 1/4″ cut diameter – 3 flute SKU: VBC-30250F3
Surfacing Bit
– 2.5” Surfacing Bit – Slab Slayer- 1/2″ Shank SKU: ISB-MD2500D50S45D
Freud Bowl Bit
Freud 99-026 1-1/4-Inch Diameter Dish 1/4” radius can be purchased with this link: https://amzn.to/3ZU9Nuz
Clamps:
– Side Clamps for t-Tracks https://amzn.to/3GVAtnn
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