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You wouldn't have to mill a slot if you made the gib a separate piece and simply bolted it on.
Sure would simply things.
Not a viable option. The features on this are .125"
You wouldn't have to mill a slot if you made the gib a separate piece and simply bolted it on.
Sure would simply things.
One thing to keep in mind, woodruff key cutters do not have side cutting abilities.
Not sure I follow this?
One thing to keep in mind, woodruff key cutters do not have side cutting abilities.
T-Slot cutters and Woodruff key cutters have different purposes as the names imply. T-Slot cutters do not need much accuracy nor finish qualities as they are for producing work holding slots as fast a possible. Key cutting tools are required to produce accurate seats for drive keys therefore end cutting ability would be a drawback.I ordered something very similar, that should arrive today, so I may be able to give this a try this weekend...
I noticed the one you linked to has staggered teeth, the one I ordered appears to just have straight cutters. Most of the t-slot cutters I saw had the staggered tooth configuration. I wonder if staggered teeth help with the cutting in a confined space? My plan is to just take very light cuts, 5-10 thou for each pass, and try to keep the cutter from packing up.
It could work, but cutting time would be extended (one tooth cutting instead of 6 or even 8) and the hammering on the spindle is never a really good thing. Having multiple cutting edges in the work keeps the spindle loaded, it's better for your machine, more productive, and quieter running.Question for the group; Would a fly cutter properly ground be advantageous for a first pass then finish with a key cutter?
Ray