Notes
Pine and poplar are the most forgiving CNC woods. Great for practice and prototyping.
Tips
Poplar is more consistent than pine (fewer knots/resin pockets). Both cut fast. Good for sign work.
Details
Pine and poplar are the most forgiving CNC woods. Great for practice and prototyping.
Bit
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | 1/4" 2-flute upcut spiral |
Roughing
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Rpm | 16000 RPM |
| Feed Rate | 2500 mm/min |
| Depth Per Pass | 2.5 mm |
| Stepover | 45 % |
| Plunge Rate | 600 mm/min |
Finishing
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Rpm | 16000 RPM |
| Feed Rate | 3000 mm/min |
| Depth Per Pass | 0.5 mm |
Tips
Poplar is more consistent than pine (fewer knots/resin pockets). Both cut fast. Good for sign work.