Wolfpawn 4040 Pro — Aluminum 6061
Notes
300W spindle marginal for aluminum. Very conservative settings required. Air blast critical.
Tips
WD-40 as lubricant. Squealing or smoke = back off immediately. 6061 only.
Details
300W spindle marginal for aluminum. Very conservative settings required. Air blast critical.
Bit Selection
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Bit Profile | 1/8" 2-flute carbide upcut sharp only - no worn bits |
General
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Rpm | 10000 RPM |
| Feed Rate | 200-300 mm/min |
| Plunge Rate | 100 mm/min |
| Doc | 0.2 mm per pass |
| Woc | 0.8 mm width of cut |
Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Lubricant | WD-40 applied frequently |
Safety
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Blast | Required - recutting chips destroys bits |
| Warning | 300W spindle marginal for aluminum - conservative only |
Tips
WD-40 as lubricant. Squealing or smoke = back off immediately. 6061 only.