04-27-2018, 10:05 AM
I expect there is a company similar to Harbor Freight or Shars in your area. If so it's cheaper to buy a set of parallels.
As to plunging with an end mill make sure you are using a center cutting 2 flute end mill for the task. It's also a good idea to drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than the end mill to give you a spot to start the milling.
As to plunging with an end mill make sure you are using a center cutting 2 flute end mill for the task. It's also a good idea to drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than the end mill to give you a spot to start the milling.