Routing a 45 Degree Angle on a 1/2 Board

DesertRatTom said:

You just need a larger bit, a 3/4 inch high, 45 degree bit will do. You will want to set it up so the edge of your workpiece rides against the fence. Also make sure the table and plate are clean, and that you have sufficient dust collection so that the sawdust doesn't build up under the workpiece. I posted this upside down so you can see it in the orientation you'll be using it.

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DesertAngel83 said:

Hello! I have a Bosch RA1141 Portable table and a Bosch 1617 Router. I want to cut a 45 degree edge on a piece of wood that is 1/2" thick. The Chamfer bit that I have only cuts about 1/4 inch. How do I cut the full 1/2 inch? From what I can tell, my router bit is as high up on my table as I can get it and I couldn't find a longer bit, but I could definitely not have looked hard enough. Thank you for any advice you can provide!!!

Seems simple but, you could use your table saw if you can't wait until Amazon delivers your new router bit.

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