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The downfall of a ¼” shank is that it will be weaker and more vulnerable to bending and flexing stresses. This is especially true if it’s applied in a heavy-duty router. The Verdict Down cut bits require a slower feed rate, meaning more time is allowed for the removal of chips. This also results in them being cut into smaller pieces that fall from the slot. Because of this, though, the user needs to be mindful of the bit overheating, which can lead to breakage. This is down to the build-up of chips being combined with a deep cut. Up Cut Router Bits Router tools boast versatility with the possibility of being attached to a router table or handheld. Essentially, they are comprised of a rotating blade driven by a motor and a flat base. Whichever material is being dealt with, router bits are essential to achieving the desired appearance. Down Cut Router Bits

A router tool has a flat base and a rotating blade that is driven by a motor. They are considered an extremely versatile power tool and can either be handheld or attached to a router table. Our UK router bits are imperative to achieving your desired design in whatever material you are working with. Much like ¼” bits, router bits of ½” are some of the most common solutions on the British market. In fact, heavy-duty routers are predominantly supplied with ½” collets. 3/8” Router Drill Bits Last but not least, you need to evaluate the angle of your router bit; for bits that produce an angled cut, the angle of the cutting edges is given in relation to the horizontal plane. Despite this, the effect of this angle will depend on the type of cutter. Pros and Cons of Different Router Bit Sizes After the shank diameter, you need to consider the overall length of the router bit. This is measured from the top of the shank to the bottom of the cutting edges or guide. Cutting DiameterUp/down compression router bits create crisp edges on a board’s side when top and bottom edges alike require a clean cut. This is achieved via a spiral action that pulls both sides into the centre of the bit, ejecting out of the side. CNC stands for Computer Numerical Control. Our CNC router bits are compatible with computer-controlled routers. CNC routers are particularly versatile as they can perform the tasks of the boring machine, the spindle motor, and the panel saw.

One important thing to take note of is that if you do use the spiral router bits on a router table, then the downcut bit will actually push material towards your workpiece, sometimes raising the workpiece off the table. It will still make a clean edged cut, but it is important to use a good downward feather board system to prevent the workpiece lifting. Take light passes when using it on a router table. Penultimately, you need to assess the radius of your router bit; for bits that produce a curved cut, the radius will be given. This radius determines the size of the curve and a larger radius results in a greater curve. Angle Generally speaking, the edge of the cutting edge should never exceed three times the diameter; however, the shorter, the better. Radius Following this, the cutting-edge length is the maximum length of the full cutting edge of a router bit, which is measured from the cutting edge’s top to its bottom.Ultimately, you should always use the largest shank diameter possible for a specific cutter. Regardless of which shank sizes you choose, you should always keep your imperial bits separate from your metric shanks and ensure they’re properly marked. This is because they can be of similar sizes, which can result in confusion and improper use. Shop Router Bits at Rennie Tool Company Unlike ¼” and ½” bits, 3/8” router bits have recently been deemed as historical sizes, meaning they’re being used much less frequently. 6mm Router Bits (1/4” Shank Approx.)

bits are approximately a quarter of an inch; however, they are measured under European sizes, meaning the metric system is used. Most 6mm shank router cutters will not fit in a ¼” collet on handheld routers. 8mm Router Bits (5/16” Shank Approx.) After 8mm bits, a router bit of 12mm is the most popular European size. 3mm Router Bits (1/8” Shank Router Bits and Under) When using a CNC router, you’ll require a smaller shank of 3mm (1/8”) or under. Router bits of this size can’t be used in conjunction with fixed or standard overhead routers. Overall Length If using a CNC router, then you will be able to get collets for any shank size. For CNC router cutters, most sizes above 1/8” (3.175mm) cutting diameter will be on the same size shank as the cutting diameter. For example, a 4mm cutter would be on a 4mm shank. For sizes 1/8” (3.175mm) and under, most cutting diameters would be on a 1/8” (3.175mm) shank. For instance, a 2mm cutting diameter two-flute up cut router would be on a 1/8” shank. We show the full dimensions and shank size in the description of every product. ¼” V-Groove Router BitsAs with straight router bits, engraving/carving router bits are self-explanatory. They are used for engraving and craving purposes, meaning they don’t fashion deep cuts. A slower feed rate is required with down cut bits as this allows more time to evacuate chips and for them to be cut into smaller pieces that fall from the slot. This does mean that you need to be careful the bit does not overheat and consequently break. This can be due to the build-up of chips combined with a deep cut. A down cut router bit is effective in forming a crisp edge around the hole that it is cutting. However, it is less effective in removing chips from the hole when compared to an up cut bit. Therefore, down cut bits are more commonly used for making shallow cuts rather than deep grooves.

An up cut bit is typically used to remove chips from the hole that it is cutting. Deep grooves need to be fashioned out using continual light cuts. Up cut bits are ideal for this as the upward direction of the flutes inhibits the build-up of debris which can either break or bind the bit. As the flute removes chips it can simultaneously fray the wood fibres, causing damage. You must be mindful of this when using up cut bits and be careful to avoid implementing damage to your project.It’s always wise to use a shorter cutter edge length as the final depth of cut. This is because, although long cutting edges are available, production applications dictate that the length should be restricted to as short as possible to help prevent deflection and vibration. As previously mentioned, up cut router bits are often applied in the removal of chips from the hole being cut. With up cut bits, deep grooves are created via continual light cuts. This is because the upward direction of the flutes prevents debris from collecting, which can result in the binding or breaking of the bit. While the chips are being removed, the bit can also fray the wood fibres at the top of the cut, which leads to damage. All users should bear this in mind. Solid carbide 2 flute up cut router bits will give a good clean finish at the bottom of a cut. Straight Router Bits Despite this, there are instances in which over-length router bits will be required. In this case, you should cut in shallow steps until the full depth of the cut is reached. This will reduce any stress being placed on the cutter during use.