Inserting and clamping CNC router bits into the collet of CNC routers is a crucial step in setting up the machine for precise and efficient CNc carving and preventing safety hazards, such as breaking the router bit, ruining the CNC project, or worse, causing injury.
If you're wondering how much of the router to stick into the collet holder, this video will answer that question. This video instructs you on the Do's and Don'ts when installing your CNC router bits into the collet into your CNC machine. You'll learn how tight to make the collet, and how to properly care for it.
Feeds and speeds for all bits are available here → https://idcwoodcraft.com/pages/database-downloads
Download the feeds and speeds app for your phone
Apple → https://apple.co/3IKj9Td
Android → https://bit.ly/3kmFCfN
Main rules
1. Do not hold only a small part of the router bit shank in the collet
2. Never over-tighten the collet.
3. always clean the collet whenever you do a bit change.
Extended CNC Router Bits from IDC Woodcraft
1/4 long extended down cut endmill → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/w0gkcp
1/8 long extended down cut endmill → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/qumk1z
1/4 "HOG" long roughing endmill → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/6zgoz3
The "BEAST" CNC router bit → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/cstf4v
Extended length long set → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/wv7iq6
All long endmills at IDC Woodcraft → https://idcwoodcraft.com/collections/extended-cut
1/8 ball nose endmill (for 3D work) → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/bqxzna
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LONGMILL MK2 CNC ROUTER
Review video → https://youtu.be/DiepghuxBro
Website → https://sienci.com/product/longmill-mk2/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
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ROUTER BITS FOR CNC ROUTERS
- 12pc Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/11P-SET-W
- 6pc Essentials CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/6P-SET
- 1” Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10
- Other bits: IDC Woodcraft Website → www.idcwoodcraft.com
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IDC Woodcraft Mobile App (FREE)
- Apple → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/vax4kc
- Android → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/32hhz5
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OTHER ‘MUST HAVES’ FOR CNC ROUTERS
- Calipers → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/vp2a3e
- Sanding/Buffing Brushes → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/u01ge2
- CA Glue - 10% Off with Code: "IDC WOODCRAFT": https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/5fj21e
- XFasten Tape → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/rnc7r9
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RECOMMENDED DESIGN SOFTWARE
- Vcarve Pro (RECOMMENDED) → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/c19df4
- Vcarve Desktop → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/63mso5
- Vectric Aspire → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/7zfwyp
- Cut2D Desktop → https://www.vectric.com/products/cut2d/idcwoodcraft
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COMPLETE VECTRIC SOFTWARE TRAINING → https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/CqkFCPi3
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GSENDER CNC CONTROL → https://sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
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CNC RESOURCES
- CNC Set Up Checklist → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n
- Ultimate CNC Router Buyer’s Guide → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xxakuh
- Machine Setup Checklist → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/yz5k2m
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RECOMMENDED CNC ROUTERS
- Altmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/k0ecg7
- Longmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/a0x8z9
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CNC ENTREPRENEURS Facebook Group → https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncentrepreneurs
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