My Recommended End Mill Bits For CNC Machines

​After I did my videos on X-Carve Vs Shapeoko (although now I use a Onefinity CNC) (Ultimate X-Carve Vs. Shapeoko Part 1 of 3 ) I get asked a lot what kind of bits to buy and what they do.  I thought it would be best to write up a full post with links to my favorite bits as a constant reference for users searching for the best bits.
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I’ll start off with the links to the bits I recommend (click the description to purchase):
1/4 down cut
1/8 down cut
1/16 down cut
​1/8 compression bit
1/16 Ball Nose
1/8 Ball Nose
1/4 Ball Nose
30 v bit
60 v bit
90 v bit
Surfacing Bit
Alternate Surfacing Bit​

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Amana Tool does have a great starter pack for those looking for a lower cost option around $198.  You may end up with a bit or two you don't use from the start, but you can rest easy knowing you have good quality bits that will advance with you as your skills increase.  I Think this set is the BEST DEAL.

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Buy Amana Start Set Here

Amazon carries a Freud set, its a bit cheaper than the Amana tool set at around $150 and offers a good variety of bits.

Buy Freud here

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