For what it’s worth, I use my bowl bit all the time for hogging out lots of material, but usually only if I’m already using that bit for the radius’d corners.
You might like to read/watch this:
I ended up doing some tests for myself. This is .125doc and 3.5 on the makita router. going from 40ipm-200ipm. Raster area clears in 3" circles. Certainly not the most comprehensive test out there- but showed me that I can go 200ipm for what I need on my CNC.
[My Bowl Bit Feeds and Speeds Test On Hardwood]
From the bit product description:
This data serves as a general guidance only.
Spindle Speed: 16,000 RPM
Feed Rate: 120-150 IPM
Depth per Pass: 1/8″
Used for making bowls, trays, boxes and juice grooves on cutting boards. This router bit cuts all types of wood, plastics, and laminates.
Price: CAD 61.53
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