CNC Bit Reference — Compression Bit — 1/8"
Notes
The correct bit for plywood when both top and bottom faces need to be clean.
Tips
More expensive than single-direction bits but worth it for box and cabinet work.
Details
The correct bit for plywood when both top and bottom faces need to be clean.
Specs
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Shank | 1/8" (3.175mm) |
| Flutes | 2 — compression spiral |
| Material | Carbide |
Limits
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Rpm | 30000 RPM |
Applications
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Baltic birch plywood, laminated board, veneered sheet goods |
Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Rpm | 7500-8500 RPM |
| Feed | 800-1000 mm/min |
| Doc | 3 mm per pass |
Workholding
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Tabs | 4mm wide x 1.5mm high every 100mm |
Tips
More expensive than single-direction bits but worth it for box and cabinet work.