Using small bits for inlay on x carve

X-Carve Tips and Tricks
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I would like to do some inlay work on my guitars. I would like to use a 1/32 bit. Has anyone used this small a bit on the machine?

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I would recommend you try to use a .5mm tapered tool. The 1/32 straight tools are far to easy to break. If you are not cutting very deep it will work great for inlay work. If you have Vectric Vcarve using a vbit for inlays is even better.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1pc-R0-5-1-8-shank-Solid-Carbide-tapered-Ball-nose-endmill-coating-TiAlN-HRC55/253113824579?hash=item3aeec27543:g:C9MAAOSw-0xYbbRx:rk:1:pf:0

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yep I broke one. Thanks

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same! it barely touched the wood when it snapped.