Some Vega Questions

[Jigman]

I like to take a couple of shallow passes to knock the square down some, then go deeper. You can get something like 1/8 inch cuts after that. Last pass is also shallow. I also have the cutter that JTR mentioned. You are also on the other site that he mentioned for the how to on doing up a template (FAQ section, top thread). I have yet to use lexan for a template. I like to turn a body on the lathe, then use that as the template for the dup. If you are doing 100's of plugs, the lexan would definitely be the way to go.

Jigman

[ProfessorM]

I don't use that brand of dup. but I would suggest you save a 1/16 for the final pass so you get a nice smooth finish and less tear out and less sanding. If I am doing a bunch of plugs I rough all the plugs out to a 1/16 of finish size and take them out. Then I put them all back in and take my final pass. That is how I do everything at my job and find it works good in the wood too. I will also use a worn insert to rough all the plugs out and put in a sharp insert to do the finish passes. I am not a purist in wood turning and make my template first and then adjust the template to fit what I am looking for in the plug. Unless you are good at sharpening tools I would definetly suggest the carbide insert. P.