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reds_21 · 08-07-2005, 10:26 PM

ok, new topic!!!!

i am attempting a project that requires a rabbet joint at the ends. now i have purchased the router bit from rockler and now have questions on how to apply the rabbet cut.

is it easier to do this cut on a mat or easier using a router table since the bit cutter is on the side compared to the cutters being at the bottom of the bit like a straight bit.

again, in desperate need of help!!!

shawn

**Mike** · 08-07-2005, 10:29 PM

The rabbet bit should have a bearing to guide you along the edge of your wood. All you should need is the proper depth adjustment and to clamp your wood down so it doesn't move.

reds_21 · 08-07-2005, 10:34 PM

ok, so it doesn't matter weather it is done on a pad or a table?

i think i can do that just need to get the screws replaced on the table then!!

reible · 08-08-2005, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by reds_21

ok, new topic!!!!

i am attempting a project that requires a rabbet joint at the ends. now i have purchased the router bit from rockler and now have questions on how to apply the rabbet cut.

is it easier to do this cut on a mat or easier using a router table since the bit cutter is on the side compared to the cutters being at the bottom of the bit like a straight bit.

again, in desperate need of help!!!

shawn

If you have the router table I would use that. If you can, using a fence is a good idea...

I never trusted those mats but I know some people use them..... One issue if you do use the mat make sure that the bearing (or screw holding the bearing) of the bit is not so low as to hits the mat or what is under the work piece.

Ed

Learning Herb · 08-08-2005, 07:00 PM

Good ans. Ed. I have seen thoese mats get stuck in the bit and it will defitinly wake you up..I my self would use the table it is so much easer and safer than a hand held job. Learning herb

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reds_21 Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 151 View reds_21's Gallery	Report This Post! rabbet router bits ok, new topic!!!! i am attempting a project that requires a rabbet joint at the ends. now i have purchased the router bit from rockler and now have questions on how to apply the rabbet cut. is it easier to do this cut on a mat or easier using a router table since the bit cutter is on the side compared to the cutters being at the bottom of the bit like a straight bit. again, in desperate need of help!!! shawn
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Mike Senior Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan USA Posts: 3,372 View Mike's Gallery	Report This Post! The rabbet bit should have a bearing to guide you along the edge of your wood. All you should need is the proper depth adjustment and to clamp your wood down so it doesn't move. __________________ Mike Please edit your profile with a name and location so we can better assist you.
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reds_21 Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 151 View reds_21's Gallery	Report This Post! ok, so it doesn't matter weather it is done on a pad or a table? i think i can do that just need to get the screws replaced on the table then!!
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Learning Herb Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 132 View Learning Herb's Gallery	Report This Post! Good ans. Ed. I have seen thoese mats get stuck in the bit and it will defitinly wake you up..I my self would use the table it is so much easer and safer than a hand held job. Learning herb __________________ I try to learn some thing new each and every day , Learning Herb
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