In the engraving of foam cnc routers, the choice of engraving machine tools can directly affect the quality and precision of engraving. It is an important factor to choose the right tool for different materials during different engraving processes to ensure fast and efficient production. Today, Blue Elephant will take you to know some knowledge about the engraving machine tool.
Firstly, we need to learn the main classification of woodworking engraving tools and the materials that are suitable for processing.
Flat-bottomed knives
This is a common type of woodworking engraving machine tool. It is suitable for small precision relief processing, and the engraved product has a smooth and beautiful edge. However, If process large reliefs, it need take more time.
Straight knife
Straight knives are also a common type, and it is often used to engrave large characters. The edge of the processed material is straight, which is commonly used to engrave PVC and acrylic.
Milling knife
Milling knives are one of the most used tools in woodworking engraving. There are many different types of milling knives according to the shapes. For example, the double-edged spiral milling knives are used in processing acrylic and MDF, and the single-blade spiral ball-end milling knives for large deep relief processing of cork, MDF, solid wood, acrylic and other materials.