1/2" Shank Diameter, 1-1/2" Shank Length, 1-5/8" Overall Diameter, 2-Flute Carbide Tipped Comes with a Magnate 4303 (1/2" shank arbor assembly) , a profile cutter and one Magnate 9000 (1/4" height x 3/8" deep slot cutter). It can be used to make both stile and rail cuts. In order to make glass doors of up to 1-1/8" stock, just stack one additional Magnate 9000 cutter next to the other.
Always refer to the operation manual of your router first, in the event that a router bit doesn't come with a speed chart, you may start at about 2,000 rpm slower than the maximum speed described in the chart below. Maximum speed below is for reference only, actual best performance speed varies depending on a number of factors i.e. size of the router bit, the material to be cut, etc.
Run 24,000 rpm maximum for 1" overall diameter router bits; Run 20,000 rpm maximum for 1-1/2" overall diameter router bits; Run 18,000 rpm maximum for 2" overall diameter; Run 16,000 rpm maximum for 2-1/2" overall diameter router bits; Run 12,000 rpm maximum for 3" overall diameter router bits; Run 10,000 rpm maximum for 3-1/2" overall diameter router bits;
This carbide tipped bit is specifically designed and manufactured for the high quality precision required by woodworking industrial applications. The cutting edges of this router bit are made from high industrial grade carbide tips brazed onto a heat-treated high-carbon steel body thus leading to exceptional hardness and rigidity.
Its cutting edges are radially relieved for a strong smooth cut in addition to avoiding rubbing and burning. It is precision ground, hardened, and tempered in order to stand up to a variety of materials. It is also equipped with wide open gullets for easy disposal of wood chips.
It is suited for softwoods, hardwoods, chipboard, plywood and etc.
Note :
In order to avoid vibration and for maximum cutting quality, always choose a router bit with the shortest cutting edge and the shortest overall length available that is able to fit your project application. Excessive overall length may cause tool damage.
Stile Cut :
Set up router bit for stile cut (Profile Cutter, Straight Cutter, Bearing, Nut)
Rip door sides to desired with. (typically 2" to 4")
Set up router bit for stile cut. (Make sure the nut is secure by tightening in router)
Set height of bit and make test cuts for desire pattern.
Make all the stile cuts at one time to insure they are all the same.
Cut a 6" length and save as a set up example.
Cut length for desired door width.
For Rail Length, it equals Door Height + 3/4"- Stile Width * 2
Rail Cut :
Set up router bit for rail cut (Straight Cutter, Bearing, Profile Cutter, Nut )
Adjust the height of the bit for the bearing spacing even with the slot on the rail cut. Make final adjustments using test cuts and matching to be flush when placed together with rail.
Cut three 6" squares of material to be used as guides for rail cuts. Make a rail cut on one side of one square. (rail guide.
Fit rail to be cut into the rail guide so the ends are flush. This is done to avoid frayed edges on the rail at the overlap end.
Place the second square on the opposite side of the stile cut and flush with the end. Place the third square over the first two squares and the rail and secure with screws to make a Rail Cutting Jig. Save for future use.
Cut rails on both ends using Rail cutting Jig to avoid end fray.
