Before You Buy CNC Bits the First Time...4 Tips to Avoid Wasting Money

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If you're buying CNC router bits for the first time, this video will show you how to choose the best CNC bits for beginners by following 4 simple rules and avoid the most common mistakes. Whether you're wondering which CNC router bits to buy, what bits you need for wood, MDF, or acrylic, or just overwhelmed by all the options, this guide breaks it down. You'll learn why carbide bits are better than high-speed steel, when to use coated vs. uncoated bits, and how to select the right tooling for your material. Plus, we cover feeds and speeds for beginners, how to clean pitch and resin buildup off your CNC router bits, and what to avoid so you don’t waste money. FREE CNC Bit Chucking Guide PDF → https://www.click.idcwoodcraft.com/chucking-guide ***Get the sticker with your first order with IDC Woodcraft CNC Bit Database Download (Vectric, Fusion 360, Carbide Create, Carveco) Download database here → https://idcwoodcraft.com/pages/database-downloads PITCH AND RESIN REMOVERS Blade and Bit (recommended) → https://amzn.to/4k8eH0I CMT 2050 → https://amzn.to/4dy18p1 Simple Green All Purpose Cleaner → https://amzn.to/44OZhKf ZEP Heavy Duty Citrus Degreaser → https://amzn.to/3YZtwdH 3D Citrus All Purpose Cleaner → https://amzn.to/4kiYNk8 CNC ROUTER BITS AND STARTER SETS SHOWN IN VIDEO - 1/4” Down Cut Endmill → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/DC-14 - Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10 - Beast Roughing Bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/BEAST - 12pc Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/11P-SET-W - 6pc Essentials CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/6P-SET - 1” Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10 - Other bits: IDC Woodcraft Website → www.idcwoodcraft.com TIMESTAMPS Common CNC Mistakes First-Time Buyers Make – 00:00:26 What You'll Learn About Router CNC Bits – 00:00:50 Never Use Guide Bearings on CNC Routers – 00:01:11 Rule #2: Use Carbide CNC Router Bits Only – 00:02:51 Solid Carbide vs Brazed Carbide Bits – 00:03:05 Insert Bits for CNC: What You Need to Know – 00:03:20 Router Bit Coatings Explained for Beginners – 00:03:33 When CNC Bit Coatings Aren’t Needed – 00:04:21 Best CNC Coating: Gold Zirconium – 00:04:33 Should You Use Coated Bits for Wood? – 00:04:46 High-Speed Steel vs Carbide for CNC – 00:04:56 Bit Deflection – 00:06:15 Rule #3: Match CNC Bits to Material – 00:06:40 Router Bits for Wood vs Plastic vs Metal – 00:06:52 Bits for Wood, Acrylic & Plastic Explained – 00:07:16 Cutting Steel on CNC Routers – 00:08:18 Feeds and Speeds: CNC Basics Explained – 00:09:03 Burnt or Broken Router Bits – 00:09:15 CNC Bit Database for Vectric & More – 00:09:26 How to Insert Bits in the Collet Correctly – 00:10:04 Beginner Tip: Proper CNC Bit Setup – 00:10:30 Free CNC Bit Resources & Setup Reminder Sticker – 00:10:40 Pitch Buildup on CNC Bits from Sap in Wood – 00:13:47 Why Pitch is Bad for CNC Bits – 00:14:24 Pitch Removal Methods – 00:15:11 ----------------------------------------------------- IDC Woodcraft Mobile App (FREE) - Apple → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/vax4kc - Android → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/32hhz5 ----------------------------------------------------- OTHER ‘MUST HAVES’ FOR CNC ROUTERS - Calipers → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/vp2a3e - Sanding/Buffing Brushes → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/u01ge2 - CA Glue - 10% Off with Code: "IDC WOODCRAFT": https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/5fj21e ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDED DESIGN SOFTWARE - Vcarve Pro (RECOMMENDED) → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/c19df4 - Vcarve Desktop → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/63mso5 - Vectric Aspire → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/7zfwyp - Cut2D Desktop → https://www.vectric.com/products/cut2d/idcwoodcraft ----------------------------------------------------- COMPLETE VECTRIC SOFTWARE TRAINING → https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/CqkFCPi3 ---------------------------------------------------- GSENDER CNC CONTROL → https://sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT ---------------------------------------------------- CNC RESOURCES - CNC Set Up Checklist → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n ----------------------------------------------------- RECOMMENDED CNC ROUTERS - Altmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/k0ecg7 - Longmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/a0x8z9 --------------------------------------------- CNC ENTREPRENEURS Facebook Group → https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncentrepreneurs ------------------------------------------------------ CNC Insiders (free files and more) → https://idcwoodcraft.com/cnc-lp2-free-files/ ------------------------------------------------------ #CNCrouter #CNCbits#RouterBits#CNCwoodworking#CNCforBeginners #FeedsAndSpeeds#IDCWoodcraft#CNCtips#CNCtools#CNCmistakes