need help with cutter setup
need help with cutter setup
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I'm using a 3/32 round cutter for two woodruff key slots on a 4" bolt. I'm having a hard time repeating from part to part. Not exactly sure how to center the cutter. Any ideas/ help on setting this up?
I was also wondering if an endmill would be a better way to go.
Thanks in advance!
Sorry if this is the wrong area to post, I'll move it if it is
I was also wondering if an endmill would be a better way to go.
Thanks in advance!
Sorry if this is the wrong area to post, I'll move it if it is





RE: need help with cutter setup
I use a vertical mill with a keyseat cutter,holding the part in an indexing collet holder or chuck, or dividing head or vise if the slots are inline.Bring the cutter to touch the diameter of the part on top,move table to clear the cutter when you raise the table. raise table 1/2 the diameter of the part, plus 1/2 the face width of the cutter.Position the cutter at the location you want and use the machine dials to cut the correct depth. Stops can be used for repeat setups.
RE: need help with cutter setup
Thanks for the response, I appreciate it.
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http://www.sherline.com/
Cutters that small require a more delicate touch than my Bridgeport would provide with me at the controls, someone else may have the skills.
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Your mist coolant is just the ticket for a deal like this.
Good luck.
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Four flute cutters will cut oversize because of vibration.
RE: need help with cutter setup