FLIR thermal images of router.

[Davo]

Just in case anyone wanted to get an idea of the temp range the router may operate at here are some samples.

Settings were at 2ips @ 13k rpm.

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[steve_g]

Hello Davo…
Interesting images… What material was being cut? It looks like the feed speed needs to be increased to reduce the bit temperature…
SG

[Davo]

I believe it was oak being cut, the temp of the bit was about 80 degrees I think.

1/8" ball nose.

[steve_g]

Davo…
80°F would be perfect! I made an assumption of Celsius..
Thanks!
SG

[Davo]

When I get around to cutting aluminum I will post those pics also.

I'm planning on fine tuning the speeds while monitoring the temps in real time.

I "should" be able to detect the heat absorption and spread into the material as it warms up.

I will also have to rerun all these test in the middle of the summer and see if it makes much of a difference.

[zeykr]

Which Flir product are you using?

[Davo]

I'm using their E-series camera, I had the i7 but I find this new msx technology in their e-series superior.

http://www.flir.com/instruments/display/?id=61194

I have found nightmare issues with a used RV after a rain with this, its probably a gadget that would destroy many sales on a used RV lot.

[shilala]

I'm excited to see what conclusions you come to. Science is awesome!!!