Notes
Aluminum composite (Dibond/ACM) cuts very well on Shapeoko. The plastic core is forgiving while the aluminum skins give clean edges.
Tips
Two-flute upcut works well. No coolant needed for ACM. The plastic core keeps tool wear low vs solid aluminum.
Details
Aluminum composite (Dibond/ACM) cuts very well on Shapeoko. The plastic core is forgiving while the aluminum skins give clean edges.
Bit
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | 1/4" 2-flute upcut spiral |
Cutting
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Rpm | 18000 RPM |
| Feed Rate | 2000 mm/min |
| Depth Per Pass | 1.0 mm (full thickness often) |
| Stepover | 40 % |
| Plunge Rate | 300 mm/min |
Notes
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Workholding | Tape+glue method works well — clamps can bend thin ACM sheet important |
Tips
Two-flute upcut works well. No coolant needed for ACM. The plastic core keeps tool wear low vs solid aluminum.