Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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If you’ve ever wondered what really makes a CNC bit perform better—or why your cuts aren’t coming out clean—this deep dive into CNC tooling will change how you look at your machine.

In this episode, we sit down with CNC bit designer Cody Elkins to break down how CNC bits are actually made, what separates premium bits from cheap ones, and why tool geometry plays such a huge role in cut quality. From chip load and heat management to coatings and carbide quality, you’ll learn what’s really happening behind the scenes when your CNC is running.

Whether you’re struggling with fuzzy cuts, burning, or just want to improve your workflow and reduce sanding time, this conversation is packed with real-world insights from someone designing tools specifically for makers. We also talk about CNC business growth, production challenges, and how the CNC community continues to support and inspire each other.

If you want cleaner cuts, longer tool life, and a better understanding of CNC tooling, this is a must-watch.

↓ Links Below ↓
*Cadence MFG & Design Website → cadencemfgdesign.com
*Cody's Facebook Page → facebook.com/codyscncengraving.cnc
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MENTIONED IN VIDEO
* Jenny Bits → idcwoodcraft.com/collections/jenny-bits
* DaFont → dafont.com
* 1001fonts → 1001freefonts.com
* Fontspace → fontspace.com/popular/fonts
* Google fonts → fonts.google.com
* OFlutes: idcwoodcraft.com/search?q=o+flute
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* Leave a Google Review → https://g.page/r/CZsVhgVeAPchEBM/review
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* Join the CNC Insiders → link.idcwoodcraft.com/u6of6l
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* CNC Project Setup Checklist → link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n
* CNC Router Buyer's Guide → link.idcwoodcraft.com/xxakuh
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IDC Woodcraft Mobile App (FREE)
* Apple → link.idcwoodcraft.com/vax4kc
* Android → link.idcwoodcraft.com/32hhz5
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TOP RECOMENDATION for VECTRIC users:
*Master Your Vectric Software Training Course → link.idcwoodcraft.com/39zvci
*Weekly Live Vectric Training → link.idcwoodcraft.com/fhcoyx
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TOP RECOMMENDATION for CARVECO users:
*CarveCo Academy → link.idcwoodcraft.com/50ly2q
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ROUTER BITS
*The Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set for Beginners → link.idcwoodcraft.com/rqzgvp
*The HOG & “BEAST” → link.idcwoodcraft.com/gpdh6u
*1.5” Ultra-smooth surfacing bit → link.idcwoodcraft.com/rrng33
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CNC GROUPS
* CNC Entrepreneurs → link.idcwoodcraft.com/tor7z4
* Women Who CNC → womenwhocnc.com
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OTHER SUGGESTIONS
* AI for CNC Makers Course: academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2148243908/CqkFCPi3
* The CNC Hub → thecnchub.com
* BamX → link.idcwoodcraft.com/qbib57
* PWNCNC → pwncnc.com/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
* File Marketplace for CNC creators → cncfiles.com/?ref=zwiwxbyb
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CONTACT
*Contact Cody → codyscnc@gmail.com
*Garrett → garrett@idcwoodcraft.com

Time Stamps:
00:00 CNC livestream intro
01:30 CNC bits discussion starts
05:00 CNC community and giveaways
13:30 maker journey CNC business
21:30 why CNC bits were designed
28:00 CNC bit geometry explained
34:30 cheap vs premium CNC bits
44:00 precision tool manufacturing
56:00 origin of “Jenny Bits”
01:12:00 what makes CNC bits better

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