[simpits-tech] Tapping with a CNC

[geneb]

On Tue, 19 Mar 2013, Alex Wiebe wrote:

> Gene - I'm curious what you figure out. Bits and software are 2
> pieces, but what about the spindle? When I hand tap, it's with a cone
> shaped bit that does it all - but very slowly. Turn in a 1/2 turn,
> back out 1/4 turn, turn in... etc. Can you control the rotation of
> your spindle that accurately and with enough power to cut?
>

That's not now I'm thinking of doing it.  The idea is to use a "side" 
cutter to cut the thread into the material by creating a toolpath 
that goes around the outside of the stock in a downward spiral.  It 
doesn't use a traditional tap or die at all.

g.



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