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1/8" ball nose bit: plastic
Other materials: acrylic · aluminum · hardwood · mdf · softwood
Same material, other bits: all plastic settings
| Manufacturer / bit | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sienci Labs | hobby-light | 27000 | 40.5 | 0.00075 | source |
| Sienci Labs | hobby-light | 12000 | 72 | 0.003 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1/8" ball nose bit in plastic on a hobby-light CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Sienci Labs) gives a chip load of 0.00075–0.003 in per tooth and a feed of 40.5–72 IPM (2 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.