# Updates to the FAQ? **URL:** \ **Category:** No Judgement\ **Created:** [November 10, 2017, 6:52am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001 "2017-11-10T06:52:25Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Bee](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/bee/32/2160_2.png) [@Bee](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Bee)\ **Post date:** [November 10, 2017, 6:52am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/1 "2017-11-10T06:52:25Z")
I can’'t edit the FAQ, I think these need to be updated , I’m not sure if this is right place to post however- What will I have to purchase once my kit arrives? You will need to buy two bricks, two sheets of 3/4 in plywood, and three 10’ 2x4s. You will also need a fixed base router. We recommend the Ridgid R22002 or the AEG MF 1400 KE if you are based in the EU. - correction ( you Need Four 2x 4’s) – What kind of end mill should I use? That depends on the job at hand, but I’ve been enjoying using these 1/8th inch end mills for general cutting. They are cheap and well made. I prefer the suggested from the Wiki - [https://www.homedepot.com/p/Diablo-1-4-in-Up-Spiral-Router-Bit-DR75101/204073552](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Diablo-1-4-in-Up-Spiral-Router-Bit-DR75101/204073552) - correction ( I would suggest metioning these are 1/8th inch and depending on the router you have you may need to buy and additional 1/4 to 1/8 inch addaptor, this is inclludded with the suggested RIDGID Model # R22002 but may not with other brands ) I also suggest you add an option to include a “Starter Bit” with the kit in the store. I will be getting a set of bits from Maslow as soon as I have my mine up and running. Perhaps A deluxe kit could be offered with a “Set of Bits” More food for thought - ---
**Author:** ![mooselake](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/mooselake/32/6218_2.png) [@mooselake](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/mooselake)\ **Post date:** [November 10, 2017, 9:14am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/2 "2017-11-10T09:14:20Z")
HD says those are 1/4, not 1/8". FWIW I got a 1/2" collet set from MLCS that includes 1/8". Looks good but haven’t tried it yet. Have a fair collection of 1/8 endmills for the Zenbot Mini, sourced from the Drillman on eBay, that work well with the ZB. Plan to try them on the maslow ---
**Author:** ![Bee](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/bee/32/2160_2.png) [@Bee](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Bee)\ **Post date:** [November 10, 2017, 2:29pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/3 "2017-11-10T14:29:20Z")
"What kind of end mill should I use? That depends on the job at hand, but I’ve been enjoying using these 1/8th inch end mills for general cutting. They are cheap and well made." this is the one shown in the FAQ - > **[HQMaster CNC Router Bits 3.175 Router Bit 1 8 End Mill Flat Nose Carbide Endmill...](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010NI39WO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)** > > HQMaster CNC Router Bits 3.175 Router Bit 1 8 End Mill Flat Nose Carbide Endmill Two Flute Spiral Upcut Milling Cutter Tool Set for Wood PVC MDF Hardwood 10Pcs - - Amazon.com - I like the one shown in the Wiki because it’s 1/4 inch and it’s stated they work for a good 2 weeks non stop. This is why I chose to wait for that one. I have the 1/8th inch ones shown above for my Shapeoko 3 - but I figured starting with 1/8th inch is asking for trouble as a noob it’s probably easier to break them. I’m learning 2 different CNC routers at the same time. This all took place before the bits were added to the Maslow site. Can anyone weigh in on 1/4 vs 1/8 inch and durability? ---
**Author:** ![MeticulousMaynard](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/meticulousmaynard/32/2744_2.png) [@MeticulousMaynard](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/MeticulousMaynard)\ **Post date:** [November 10, 2017, 5:59pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/4 "2017-11-10T17:59:07Z")
I’ve only run 1/8" engraving bits on my machine so far. Haven’t had any issue with breakage on the machine, but when I went to change tools on my last run the wrench slipped and I broke the tip off the engraving bit when it fell into my steel hardware cabinet next to it. Note to self: make sure there’s no steel within slipping distance when changing tools in the future 😛 Personally, I find the [1 flute 1/4" bits](http://www.maslowcnc.com/store/singlefluteupspiralbit) from the Maslow store are perfect for the machine. I tried 2 flute 1/4" bits first and the machine doesn’t have enough feedrate for them. The bits just end up wearing out rather quickly. I wore one out just trying to do calibration tests and cutting my first sled. Maybe it would seem like too much of a plug, but I would recommend the 1 flute bits make it to the FAQ. ---
**Author:** ![bar](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/bar/32/10_2.png) [@bar](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/bar)\ **Post date:** [November 10, 2017, 7:03pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/5 "2017-11-10T19:03:48Z")
@Bee Thanks for the reminder to update the FAQ. I’ve given it a read through and made the changes you recommended along with a few others. I pretty much exclusively use the bits we had made at this point so I am totally biased, but I do like the 1/4 inch bits more because you can take off more material with each pass. I have also used 1/2 inch bits for doing larger pockets. 1/8th inch bits can be nice because they are CHEAP. I would like to explore using something like a rotozip bit to cut all the way through material in one pass at some point in the future. ---
**Author:** ![Bee](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/bee/32/2160_2.png) [@Bee](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Bee)\ **Post date:** [November 10, 2017, 7:35pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/6 "2017-11-10T19:35:57Z")
@Bar - much appreciated Once again thank you for the input. All of my ups shipments that were quoted for today have been moved to Monday from variouse sources. I do work with microcontrollers and had UPS quote me or I would have taken 3 day. it’s ood that Home Depot and Adafruit shipments to california were posponed. I’m chomping at the bit to get started, see what I did there? I’d have ordered from Maslow but I figured they were getting the kits out and it may take more time. My bad, it would probably be here, sigh. I ordered the linkage kit on Etsy too, but I don’t think it shipped yet. It’s all a bit much to get my head around, trying to follow my own build & think of all the other variable possiblities to document when I get a chance. I’m also building 2 3D printers right now too. So many machines so little time. ---
**Author:** ![bar](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/bar/32/10_2.png) [@bar](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/bar)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2017, 6:34pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/8 "2017-11-13T18:34:30Z")
A 4x2! I’ve never heard that. Is there some type of converter machine that can take a 2x4 and rotate it to make a 4x2 🙄🙃 Yes, I will absolutely update the FAQ with that info and add a note that the dimensions of the lumber are not critical. Thanks for the tip! ---
**Author:** ![MeticulousMaynard](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/meticulousmaynard/32/2744_2.png) [@MeticulousMaynard](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/MeticulousMaynard)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2017, 9:54pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/9 "2017-11-13T21:54:11Z")
> [@Zootalaws](#): > > And our ‘3/4”’ ply is 18mm… not critical, but if metric-country people go looking for 19mm, it’s hard to find and can be very expensive. Believe it or not, but ours is 18mm too. Well, the last sheet I mic’ed was 17.959mm, but programming for 18 would be close enough. 3/4" is just the nominal size, much like 2x4’s. ---
**Author:** ![mooselake](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/mooselake/32/6218_2.png) [@mooselake](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/mooselake)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2017, 9:59pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/10 "2017-11-13T21:59:13Z")
A lot of plywood sold in the states is imported. Sad if you live in a forest product supported area, but it’s just today’s economic reality. ---
**Author:** ![madgrizzle](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex031/user_avatar/forums.maslowcnc.com/madgrizzle/32/1372_2.png) [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2017, 7:10pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/11 "2017-12-13T19:10:28Z")
> [@bar](#): > > I have also used 1/2 inch bits for doing larger pockets. I need to drill a large number of 1/2-inch holes in some work pieces. I’m only seeing fairly expensive 1/2-inch router bits (~$40+). Is this what I should expect to pay or are there lower cost options… I just need to drill holes at this point and I’d rather not try to “route out” 1/2-inch holes using a 1/4-inch bit. ---
**Author:** ![ithink420](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/e79b87/32.png) [@ithink420](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/ithink420)\ **Post date:** [April 22, 2022, 8:32pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/updates-to-the-faq/1001/12 "2022-04-22T20:32:51Z")
If anyone is interested, did some quick searching for the cheapest Diablo 1/4" up-spiral bits reccomended on the Wiki and found [these](https://www.maxwarehouse.com/products/diablo-1-4-in-d-x-2-1-2-in-l-carbide-up-spiral-bit) for 36% off. Not sure how long it will stay. Also, I used code “WELCOMEMAX” for 10% off, and bought 6 bits, which give you free shipping (over $75). Ended up being $77 for 6 bits = $12.83 per!