Router cutting cf from template


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Jadleybray
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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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