Cutting 1/4" Deep Cross Hatch Pattern (newbie)?

Jim, I've used router bits (in routers) on aluminum many times. I've been wondering how they would do with brass. I assume since you say you're using them successfully in steel (at appropriate feeds and speeds, in a stout mill, etc.) it shouldn't be a problem? I figure brass would look cool with a decorative profile, like a reverse ogee or that sort of thing. I don't have an application at this point, I've just been thinking about it.
 
intjonmiller said:
Jim, I've used router bits (in routers) on aluminum many times. I've been wondering how they would do with brass. I assume since you say you're using them successfully in steel (at appropriate feeds and speeds, in a stout mill, etc.) it shouldn't be a problem? I figure brass would look cool with a decorative profile, like a reverse ogee or that sort of thing. I don't have an application at this point, I've just been thinking about it.
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I've never tried them in brass, but with proper care I don't see why they wouldn't work. Solid setup and preferably 1/2 inch shank tools would be best.
 
I've been trying to think of a way to do this on a small lathe with a vertical slide and virtually no budget. One of the ideas that's been on my mind is mounting the work at a 45 degree angle to a square cutter. Is that feasible with your setup? You might be able to save on having expensive specialist tooling lying around, especially if this is a one-off job.
 
Fixture or sled to hold work and use a table saw with carbide blade

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