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.
 
derf said:
Here's the cutter you need....View attachment 135175
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I've looked and looked online for a bit like that since you posted. What is it called? If you don't mind telling me, where did you fine it.
I'm sure that it would be much more efficient and cleaner than V point
Thanks,
Regis
 
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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