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4-2 Installing a Tool
Tool Selection
Select a tool matched to the purpose. It's a good idea to use the tools selectively, according to the work
process (such as rough cutting or finish cutting) and the design.
Note: Tool is an optional part.
Features of the Tools
End mill
Straight end mill: The end cutting edge is flat-shaped. It is suitable for fashioning a flat surface or
steps.
Ball end mill: The end cutting edge is ball-shaped. It is suitable for fashioning a curved surface or
waveform.
Engraving cutter
Character cutter: This tool is suitable for engraving in general with broad versatility. It is appropriate
for character engraving on the plate.
Parallel cutter: This cutter is suitable for engraving wide surfaces. This cutter enables engraving large
characters and surface leveling (to flatten the surface of the material) of the table where the material
is placed. Because both sides have a cutting blade, it is not possible to make a deep cut in the Z-axis
direction.
Installing a Tool (End mill)
CAUTION
For the installation of engraving cutter, refer to
Point"
Procedure
Tool
Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers.
Doing so may result in injury.
P. 73, "Installing the Engraving Cutter and Setting the Origin
Collet
Chapter 4 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting
Insert the tool into the collet.
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