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Machine & Units Setup

Setup Locked for This Session

Machine and unit settings cannot be changed after running tests. This ensures consistent comparison between runs.

Set Units First (Cannot Change Later)
in/min
Used for time estimates

Material Setup

Material Locked for This Session

Material settings cannot be changed after running tests. This ensures consistent comparison between runs.

Material Category
in
Workpiece Size

Ensure your material is large enough for the test pattern. Move to a fresh area between test runs.

Cut Area per Run:
~4" × 4"
Based on tool type
Minimum Material:
~5" × 5"
Includes clamping buffer
Tip: Zero X/Y at front-left corner of your test area. Re-zero to a fresh spot between test runs.

Tool Setup

Tool Locked for This Session

Tool settings cannot be changed after running tests. This ensures consistent comparison between runs.

Select Tool Type
in
in
in
Upcut: better chip clearance, may tearout top surface
in
Height of upcut flute section from tool tip

Cut Parameters

Suggested values loaded
1.67
thousandths
Chipload
Good Range Target: 0.001" - 0.003" for wood
How fast the bit spins
RPM
Horizontal cutting speed
in/min
Downward entry speed
in/min
Cut depth each pass
in
Groove Width: 0.0000in
Number of depth passes
×
Pass overlap (pockets)
%
40% = 0.1000in
Toolpath Options
Raster: parallel lines. Offset: concentric loops from island.
Conventional: safer for beginners. Climb: cleaner finish.
Tool descends gradually instead of straight plunge Ramp Distance: 1.00in (4× tool dia)
Extra perimeter loop at final depth for clean walls

Run Test #1

Star Test

Star pocket clears material, profile tests outside contour

Cut Area: ~3" × 3"
Est. Time: ~45 sec
Operations:
  • Star Pocket
  • Star Profile
G-code Options
Adds M7 (mist) or M8 (flood) to G-code
Current Parameters
18,000
RPM
60
Feed
30
Plunge
0.125"
DOC
1
Passes
Pre-flight Checklist
Disable vacuum/dust collection for this test run. You need to inspect the chips.
X/Y Zero at front-left corner of cut area
Z Zero on material top
Workpiece min 4" × 4", at least 0.5" thick
Tool 1/4" Upcut End Mill
Spindle 18,000 RPM

Reposition — move to fresh material before running:

Shift Right
G0 X3.5
Shift Back
G0 Y-3.5

Re-zero Z if using a different spot on the material.

Run 1 of recommended 3 – More runs = better data!
Score Run #1

Run the test on your machine, observe the cut, then score each category below.

Edge Quality
Torn/
Chipped
Fuzzy
Clean
Chip Formation
Dust/
Powder
Small
Chips
Curls
Sound
Screaming/
Chatter
Labored
Smooth
Hum
Heat (wait for spindle to stop!)
Hot/
Smoking
Warm
Cool
Analysis

Recommended:
Great Cut! Ready to Optimize Speed?

Your cut is dialed in. To cut faster without losing quality, try a scaling test:

Current
16,000 RPM / 200 ipm
Try
18,000 RPM / 225 ipm
Same chip load, faster material removal
Need to skip this run?
Use this if your cut had issues and can't be scored accurately.
Run History

Session Complete

Great work! You completed 3 test runs. Your data has been saved and will help improve recommendations for the community.
★ Optimal Settings Found
18,000
RPM
60
Feed
30
Plunge
0.125
DOC
1
Passes
★★★★★ (3.0)
Recommendations
  • Save these settings to your tool library for future jobs
  • Consider adding 10% safety margin for production runs
Test Summary