By Jadleybray - 12/15/2017 4:00:04 PM
Super newbie to cf, been reading alot on properties and processes. Lets talk tooling, specifically router process as I do not have a CNC yet. Parts I'd like to make are fairly simple and I have aluminum patterns to follow. So I have two routers with up to 16,000 rpms available to use, and already purchased a couple of carbide bits, one 1/4" shank other 1/8" shank. I looked for days for a flush cut bit with a roller bearing thinking it would be ideal for using a pattern, however did not find one. So I went with this bit
https://www.toolstoday.com/solid-carbide-carbon-graphite-and-carbon-fiber-panel-cutting-router-bits.html?variantids=12012,0&keywords=46264
In hindsight I see it is not recommended for handheld routers, however on a couple of test passes using a straight edge cutting a 6.5mm cf plate worked well. I am concerned about digging into the pattern as the depth of the cutter has to be set precisely. Any suggestions here? Ideally a bit with a bearing would be the ticket, any one seen a full carbide bit like this?
Speed....from what I've read, and the short test piece, looks like high rpm's is the ticket for a smooth edge needing minimal work to finish. Any input is appreciated. 
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By Jadleybray - 12/25/2017 6:08:05 AM
Well I was never one to cheap out on tools, and found a diamond carbide impregnated 1/4 flush but with guide bearing. Routered out a few items recently with good results. Quick finish on the belt sander then final by hand, and I'm really liking the results so far. Material is a 3mm twill weave.
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