Thread: CNC Equipment and Tooling recommendations
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Re: CNC Equipment and Tooling recommendations
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Originally Posted by DampRobot View Post

One last thing, not necessarily related to milling, but a 1/2" hex broach can be an amazingly useful investment. Just something to think about as you're investing in tooling.
Agreed, (milling out Hex with knocked out corners is possible) but having the broach sets for hex/keys/etc is very useful.

And just in case OP is not experienced with broaching... do NOT use the Tormach for any kinda of broaching. A press or LARGE lathe is much better suited.
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