I'm somewhat new to using G10/FR4.
Up to this point, I've mostly needed to cut it and not shape it.
I'm planning to use G10 in our new ILF riser, which I'm producing on a CNC machine.
For those who have machined G10 (or worked with it extensively)...can you get away with carbide tooling or are diamond coated bits a must?
Thanks for the help!
Ron
I've used carbide and High Speed Steel on G10, it's not hard to machine at all.
Just try to climb cut whenever possible.
Would be nice to understand what you're talking about -- doesn't sound like bow-building to me!
KenH, Along with micarta and phenolic, G10 is commonly used in bow building.
Until now, I've mainly used it as an I-beam for rigidity and weight.
Currently I'm working on a new riser layup, where G10 will form the limb pockets and the back 1/3 of the riser--essentially forming a thick cap.
Climb cut (Climb Milling) makes a smoother finish.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=galm5_6SUcM
Thanks -- good to know. My bows are not that sophisticated; just wood and glass lams...