Solid Carbide Spiral Flush Trim Bits by EAGLE
Featuring double bearing guides
5 of 5 Stars (1 review)
Designed to cut both wood based and metal laminate materials. Micrograin carbide delivers superior cutting quality, maximum cutting efficiency and extended tool life. Two flute, solid carbide, with double bearing guides.
NOTE: #120-0202 and #120-0212 feature solid pilots instead of bearings.
Router Safety Chart - Suggested Speeds:
| Bit Diameter | Max Speed |
|---|---|
| up to 1" | 24000 RPM |
| 1-1/16" to 2" | 18000 RPM |
| 2-1/16" to 2-1/2" | 16000 RPM |
| 2-9/16" to 3" | 14500 RPM |
| over 3" | 12000 RPM |
Router Safety Tips:
- Always wear eye and ear protection.
- Always use properly sharpened bits.
- Never use bits that are dull or damaged.
- Shank must be completely inserted into collet and then backed-off approximately 1/16".
- Don't "bottom-out" bit in collet.
- Never partially insert bit into collet. Minimum 1" of shank needs to be in collet.
- Tighten bit securely and recheck periodically for possible slippage or "run-out" due to wear.
- Keep collet clean and replace if worn.
- Never start the router with the bit in contact with wood.
- Always feed your work or router in the proper direction against the bit rotation.
- Don't force feed the bit or overload your router, Feed at a constant moving speed to avoid burning the wood.
- Do not face tool's discharge when operating.
- Always unplug router when changing bits or making adjustments.
- Use a router table and fence whenever possible.
- Make sure your work piece is properly secured and use push blocks, sticks and featherboards whenever possible.
- Keep all your bits, bearings and assemblies clean, lubricated, and securely fastened. To avoid damage, store them properly in a pouch, box or tray.
- The bigger the bit, the lower RPM recommended (see chart).
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5 Stars
1 review
2 by Colt W. Knight (Oct 3, 2011)
5 StarsI have been building electric guitars for several years now, and tearout from routing perimeter curves has plagued me for years. The amount of extra caution needed to route properly with a straight flute bit was a hassle. With the use of these Spiral Upcut bits, a router table, and template, I am able to route 1 3/4" guitar bodies and 1" thick rock maple effortlessly. The time saving, and smooth cut makes the expense of these bits neglible. Every luthier should try one.
