Did a new experiment with my MC Etcher Bit on some tile I got from the hardware store. I then rubbed paint onto it and it rubs right off the shiny part and stays in the etched area.
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What size bit did you use? How do you set the depth of cut with these bits?
It was a 90 degree spring loaded etcher from Carbide 3D. They simply etch the surface and are used without running the spindle. If you use a quick engraving path the setting is worded as pressure for the depth. I usually do anywhere from 0.01 to 0.04 depending what material. I have had a lot of fun using it on slate coasters as well.
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Thanks. I didn’t know the spindle was not spinning. Have you used other sizes? 120? 60?
Sorry @Swinly I forgot to reply. I have the 120 as well. I started with the 120 but mainly use that one if I’m only doing like a pocketing in slate with little stepover but if i want a deeper outline i go with the 90.
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