As an avid woodworker, I was excited to test out these router bits in my workshop. As my tests showed, these carbide bits performed exceptionally well, producing clean and precise cuts in all types of wood .I was pleased to discover that they are very durable and resisted wear and tear over time making them a wise investment. while they may be more expensive than other router bits, their quality more than makes up for the cost..
After trying these router bits, my experience with them was less than ideal .While the cut was smooth, the bits did not last long and wore down quickly. For the price, I was expecting a longer lifespan. As an industrial and scientific professional I cannot recommend these bits for long-term use..
There is an easy way to cut spirals or "ropes" with a milling machine, using an obsolete device called a milling master. With this cutter he could carve spirals in wood. Some grinding was required, but the milling job was as easy as turning a crank. The device cuts spirals at an angle of multiples of 15 degrees. The maximum bearing size is 3 x 36 inches. I have found that Amana Tool is the only company that sells these center cutting inserts. A 3/16" radius creates spirals about 3/8" wide. Of…