Router Cutting Laminate

For chamfer cuts position the bit so the angled cutting edge makes contact with the workpiece.

Router cutting laminate.

Keep the router moving while you cut. Always use sharp bits and tools when working with laminate. While it can be used to trim laminate it is also suitable for light jobs that traditionally call for a regular router. Laminate trimmer vs router.

After countless times of ruining a brand new counter edge when trimming the top down to the final dimension i came up with this trick to provide consistent. Top sellers most popular price low to high price high to low top rated products. This laminate bit can be used with handheld routers and table mounted routers. Design to trim the laminate countertops formica etc.

Freud 1 16 inch radius laminate trim bit with shank replaces amana s bit. Depth adjustment is critical when using a beveled bit. They re for use on countertops and other plastic laminate material. These bits have a straight cutting edge for flush trimming and an angled cutting edge for making 22 chamfer cuts.

In stock at store today. You should add 1 2 to both the length and the width which will be trimmed to size with a router later on. Stopping or holding the router in one place can burn the laminate or leave a slight notch. How to cut laminate sheets.

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Item weight is 1 6 ounces. Measure your countertop and double check those measurements before you start cutting. These bits have a bearing that cut the edges along the side of the material. Flush trimming bit 1 model dr42090 22 25.

The bottom line is that the laminate trimmer is essentially a compact router designed for portability and ease of use.