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1/8" ball nose bit: acrylic
Other materials: aluminum · hardwood · mdf · plastic · softwood
Same material, other bits: all acrylic settings
| Manufacturer / bit | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amana Tool 46284-K | industrial | 18000 | 50–100 | 0.0009–0.0018 | source |
| Amana Tool 46292-K | industrial | 18000 | 25–30 ⚠ | 0.00037–0.00045 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1/8" ball nose bit in acrylic on a industrial CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Amana Tool) gives a chip load of 0.00037–0.0018 in per tooth and a feed of 25–100 IPM (2 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.