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1/16" ball nose bit: acrylic
Other materials: aluminum · mdf
Same material, other bits: all acrylic settings
| Manufacturer / bit | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amana Tool 46282-K | industrial | 18000 | 25–30 ⚠ | 0.00037–0.00045 | source |
| Amana Tool 46252 | industrial | 18000 | 35–70 | 0.001–0.002 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1/16" ball nose bit in acrylic on a industrial CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Amana Tool) gives a chip load of 0.00037–0.002 in per tooth and a feed of 25–70 IPM (2 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.