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1/8" flat end mill: acrylic
Other materials: abs · aluminum · cast acrylic · extruded acrylic · hardwood · high pressure laminate · laminated particle board · mdf · plastic · polycarbonate (lexan) · softwood · solid surface · wood / mdf
Same material, other bits: all acrylic settings
| Manufacturer / bit | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amana Tool 46254 | industrial | 18000 | 70–145 | 0.002–0.004 | source |
| Freud Solid | any | – | – | 0.002–0.004 | source |
| Vortex Solid | any | 18000 | – | 0.003–0.005 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1/8" flat end mill in acrylic on a industrial CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Amana Tool) gives a chip load of 0.002–0.004 in per tooth and a feed of 70–145 IPM (1 sourced row). Start low and test in scrap.