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Old 04-26-2008, 02:37 PM   #10
Don R Johnson
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Default Correct radius

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Originally Posted by johnt
I am replacing doors throughout my house( putting slab doors in existing frames) with a porter cable router and hinge template that my Dad used 50 years ago.
With these 2 tools I can cut perfect mortises for 3 1/2" hinges with 1/4" radius but unfortunately I need a 5/8" radius for my hinges.
So my question is: what do I need to get that radius... a different guide bushing?
If I use a larger bushing, won't I end up with a smaller mortise?
Here are the measurements on the one I am using :
OD 0.8" (20.3mm)
ID 0.6" (15.6mm)
1/2" mortising bit
Thanks for any help,
John
The correct bit for a 5/8ths radius would be 5/8 x 2 = 10/8's or a 1 1/4 bit.
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