Adding a flycutter bit to vcarve pro

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Jepetto
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Adding a flycutter bit to vcarve pro

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I'm having trouble inserting a new flycutter bit to do a spoilboard. I know how to insert a basic bit but this one is stumping me. Can someone guide me thru this process. I've attached the bit below that I have
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Barry Anderson
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Re: Adding a flycutter bit to vcarve pro

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When I added a similar bit, I just set it up as an 1 1/4" end mill. Might not be the best way but it works for me.
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Re: Adding a flycutter bit to vcarve pro

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I have not done it yet but I will probably do the same and just add it as an endmill. As long as the cutting diameter is correct so it knows how much to move for step over you will be ok.
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bill z
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Re: Adding a flycutter bit to vcarve pro

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Like Berry said, just add it as a 1 1/4" end mill. Keep the RPMs down.

Just know that with large diameter bits like this, it will show any miss alignments regarding your Z axis. Any 1/4 degree of tilt will now be noticeable. Do a couple of short passes both X and Y to be sure all alignments are good or you could spoil your spoil board.

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