It is. I feel that in plywood, too. In particle board or MDF it's smooth. Those cabinets are amazing. Maybe cutting into the end of the ply like that is tougher than from the side. I've never tried that.
Thanks for the compliments on the cabinets guys, im going to update the threads where i developed the designs (with lots of nice advice, particularly from David (planet10) when i get round to it.
Regarding the router, i will give it a thorough checkup for any warping or potential wobbles, and try with some better bits. On some test pieces obviously.
Ill probably get a 3/8 straight bit for the major cuts, ( is bosch a good brand for bits? Local (expensive) shop sells bosch 3/8 straight cut for 28 euros.. Seems a lot..)
3/8 should hopefully be more durable, then that whiteside 1/4 downcut spiral for finishing the edges. Lots of shallow passes. Unless i really have no luck testing, id obviouls like to avoid a new router! Maybe i can borrow one, but then my custom circle jig will be wasted.
Regarding the router, i will give it a thorough checkup for any warping or potential wobbles, and try with some better bits. On some test pieces obviously.
Ill probably get a 3/8 straight bit for the major cuts, ( is bosch a good brand for bits? Local (expensive) shop sells bosch 3/8 straight cut for 28 euros.. Seems a lot..)
3/8 should hopefully be more durable, then that whiteside 1/4 downcut spiral for finishing the edges. Lots of shallow passes. Unless i really have no luck testing, id obviouls like to avoid a new router! Maybe i can borrow one, but then my custom circle jig will be wasted.
Ha. I bought the router and bits 7 months ago, when i had no idea how much they should cost.
and i remember my straight cut bits costing about 15 pounds each. Actually that price was for 3, and looking back at the reviews, seems snapping is "a thing". This makes me optimistic that better bits will sort my woes out
Draper 75331 1/4-Inch Straight 6.35 mm x 25 mm Tungsten Carbide Tip Router Bit: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
and i remember my straight cut bits costing about 15 pounds each. Actually that price was for 3, and looking back at the reviews, seems snapping is "a thing". This makes me optimistic that better bits will sort my woes out
Draper 75331 1/4-Inch Straight 6.35 mm x 25 mm Tungsten Carbide Tip Router Bit: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Whiteside Router Bits 1036 Straight Bit with 3/8-Inch Cutting Diameter and 1-1/4-Inch Cutting Length - Straight Router Bits - Amazon.com
Something like that might be better?
Something like that might be better?
Amazon.it:Recensioni clienti: CMT 912.100.11 Fresa a Taglienti Diritti per Canali in Hw, Serie Lunga, Grigio/Arancio
That one is comparable, though not cheaper really.. Having said that, im not 100% that a 10mm bit will fit a 3/8 collet? Ill need to check.
That one is comparable, though not cheaper really.. Having said that, im not 100% that a 10mm bit will fit a 3/8 collet? Ill need to check.
The 1/2" collet versions seem OK, tho.
That's a LAMINATE TRIMMER, isn't it?
It will cut 1/16" Formica fine.
It is NOT what I would use for heavy cuts in solid wood.
A Real Router has two handles and pulls (fictional) 10+Amps at 120V (5+A for you 230V folk).
$70 Ryobi (marginal)
$100 Ryobi
$150 Porter-Cable
Yes, a router will feed more/less as you go with/against grain or through knots. I have not done heavy routes in plywood, and never "good" plywood. I strongly suggest you make a pile of scrap (lumberyard often has a reject pile) and make a couple gallons of router-dust before you go near your good wood again.
OK, your UK routers look different than US models; and are mostly priced higher.
Bosch 1200 £70.... I have been happy with even low-price Bosch. Best-seller in UK real routers. There is also a 1400 at higher price.
Silverline 264895 £58 - funny-looking to US eyes, but seems to be normal in the UK.
Bosch 1200 £70.... I have been happy with even low-price Bosch. Best-seller in UK real routers. There is also a 1400 at higher price.
Silverline 264895 £58 - funny-looking to US eyes, but seems to be normal in the UK.
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