I have been using one all year… 55" a minute at 1/4" cut per pass. zips through my pockets in seconds.
Are you using that on an XCarve?
What spindle/router?
Yes on an x-carve with a Makita router I don’t know the speed exactly it has speeds settings up yo 6 and I have it set on 4.5. It cuts very easily and clears the holes nicely
I drilled 1,296 1/2 holes using a forstner bit. They do come in 1" size.
I cut several boards with letters that must be removed. The easiest way that I have found it to use a down cut, 1/8 inch bit. Cut to the inside of the 1" dia. circle. Set the vacuum to low and allow the material to stay in the gap. This material will keep the part centered. Now, my 1/8" down cut bit can only cut about 3/4" deep and I have only done this with MDF board. When I use Plywood and a 1/4" downcut the vacuum removes almost all of the material, so I have to use tabs. But it might be worth testing if you are so inclined.
I have a laser cutter that can cut all that easily! :
I would get a standard 1/2" diameter router bit 1/4" shank. create a pocket operation Turn your spindle or router up to its highest setting. set your IPM to 40 to 50 and your plunge speed to 15 to 20 and then get out of the way of the flying chips.
How thick of material can your laser cut and are you in the USA
I’m in Oakland, CA - and I can cut in a single pass up to 1/2" thick but with two passes 1"
Would you mind contacting me in a PM I may have some side work for you if you are interested.