CNC Cutting the State of California Topographical 3D Map from Reclaimed Walnut with Amana Tool® CNC Bits
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Watch step-by-step as we design and carve this beautiful California 3D topographical map from reclaimed walnut. Final dimension measure 14" wide x 36" tall x 2-1/2" high.
Step 1
Download the geographical maps from the US Government websites and translate the 2D patterns into 3D design for CNC carving
Step 2
Solid Carbide Spiral Plunge Router Bit no. 46272 cuts the perimeter of California State
Step 3
ZrN Coated Solid Carbide Spiral Ball Nose Router Bit no. 46495 rough cuts the reclaimed walnut and removes unnecessary material with it’s thick 1/2” tip diameter
Step 4
ZrN Coated Solid Carbide Spiral Ball Nose Router Bit no. 46283 uses it's 1/4” tip diameter to make an intermediate roughing pass
Step 5
ZrN Coated Solid Carbide Spiral Ball Nose Router Bit no. 46284 makes the first of two finishing passes with it’s 1/8” tip diameter
Step 6
ZrN Coated Solid Carbide Spiral Ball Nose Router Bit no. 46582 utilizes its extremely thin 1/16” tip diameter for the final finishing pass
Step 7
We commissioned Pierre-Luc to hand paint the map with realistic design based on US government renderings, he then clear coats the piece for durability
CNC Feed, Speed & Step Down Technical Information:
1/4” Diameter Solid Carbide Up-Cut Amana Tool CNC Router Bit No. 46272
Feed Rate (IPM): 170"
Speed (RPM): 18,000
Chip Load (Per Tooth): 0.005"
Step Down (Per Pass): 0.440”
1/2” Diameter Solid Carbide Ball Nose Spiral ZrN Coated Up-Cut Amana Tool CNC Router Bit No. 46495
Feed Rate (IPM): 200"
Speed (RPM): 18,000
Chip Load (Per Tooth): 0.004"
Step Down (Per Pass): 0.875”
1/4” Diameter Solid Carbide Ball Nose Spiral ZrN Coated Up-Cut Amana Tool CNC Router Bit No. 46283
Feed Rate (IPM): 170"
Speed (RPM): 18,000
Chip Load (Per Tooth): 0.005"
Step Down (Per Pass): 0.440”
1/8” Diameter Solid Carbide Ball Nose Spiral ZrN Coated Up-Cut Amana Tool CNC Router Bit No. 46284
Feed Rate (IPM): 80"
Speed (RPM): 18,000
Chip Load (Per Tooth): 0.002"
Step Down (Per Pass): 0.220”
1/16” Diameter Solid Carbide Ball Nose Spiral ZrN Coated Up-Cut Amana Tool CNC Router Bit No. 46582
Feed Rate (IPM): 40"
Speed (RPM): 18,000
Chip Load (Per Tooth): 0.001"
Step Down (Per Pass): 0.110”
CNC Video: CNC Cutting the State of California Topographical 3D Map from Reclaimed Walnut using Amana CNC Router Bits, by ToolsToday
CNC Designed and Cut by Noah Lorang https://unitedstatesofwood.com
Decorative finishing by Pierre from http://pla3d.com
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Tools Used in Video:
- Amana Tool 46272 CNC Solid Carbide Foam Cutting Up-Cut Spiral 1/4 D x 2-1/4 CH x 1/4 SHK x 4 Inch Long Flat Bottom Router Bit
- Amana Tool 46495 CNC 2D and 3D Carving 0.10 Deg Straight Angle Ball Nose x 1/2 D x 1/4 R x 2-1/4 CH x 1/2 SHK x 4 Inch Long x 3 Flute SC ZrN Coated Upcut Router Bit
- Amana Tool 46283 CNC 2D and 3D Carving 3 Deg Tapered Angle Ball Nose x 1/4 D x 1/8 R x 2 CH x 1/2 SHK x 4 Inch Long x 2 Flute SC ZrN Coated Upcut Router Bit
- Amana Tool 46284 CNC 2D and 3D Carving 1 Deg Tapered Angle Ball Nose x 1/8 D x 1/16 R x 1-1/2 CH x 1/4 SHK x 3 Inch Long x 3 Flute SC ZrN Coated Upcut Router Bit
- Amana Tool 46582 CNC 2D and 3D Carving 5.4 Deg Tapered Angle Ball Nose x 1/16 D x 1/32 R x 1-1/2 CH x 3/8 SHK x 3-1/2 Inch Long x 4 Flute SC ZrN Coated Upcut Router Bit