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Milling is a cutting process performed by end mills which look a little like [[Bits#Drill Bits|drill bits]] but can cut laterally (sideways). Here's a good introductory read about these bits: [http://makezine.com/2014/09/10/endmills/ Makezine - "The Skinny on End Mills"]. | Milling is a cutting process performed by [[End Mills|end mills]] which look a little like [[Bits#Drill Bits|drill bits]] but can cut laterally (sideways). Here's a good introductory read about these bits: [http://makezine.com/2014/09/10/endmills/ Makezine - "The Skinny on End Mills"]. | ||
[[CNC Mill|CNC mills]] or manually controlled [[Milling Table|milling tables]] can shape loads of different materials. [[Router|Routers]] (CNC or manual), on the other hand, are typically reserved for woodworking. | [[CNC Mill|CNC mills]] or manually controlled [[Milling Table|milling tables]] can shape loads of different materials. [[Router|Routers]] (CNC or manual), on the other hand, are typically reserved for woodworking. | ||
Revision as of 14:26, 4 December 2017
Milling is a cutting process performed by end mills which look a little like drill bits but can cut laterally (sideways). Here's a good introductory read about these bits: Makezine - "The Skinny on End Mills".
CNC mills or manually controlled milling tables can shape loads of different materials. Routers (CNC or manual), on the other hand, are typically reserved for woodworking.
Some end mills can also cut downwards but you might prefer using a drill press, cordless drill or rotary tool for drilling jobs.
"Milling" can also refer to sawing timber into boards (as in "sawmill"), but we are not attempting that kind of milling yet.
Pages in category "Milling"
The following 8 pages are in this category, out of 8 total.
