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Roto Zip bits..
https://www.homedepot.com/b/Rotozip/N-5yc1vZ1ak
https://www.homedepot.com/b/Rotozip/N-5yc1vZ1ak
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They sell adapters to use Roto Zip bits in 1/4" router collets here, so they may also offer them elsewhere. I use them with the adapter in my smaller routers.
Without a bearing on the tip they require a lubricant or you will burn the edge of your template. This is also helpful if using a router bit with a brass guide tip. I brush a thin layer of Vaseline on the template edge where the guide tip will rub. I also do this when using the solid carbide laminate trimmer bits to trim laminate, basically any bit that has a smooth guide but no bearing, or a bearing that isn't spinning all that free. It can make a mess if you use too much, but it does eliminate the the burning.
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Without a bearing on the tip they require a lubricant or you will burn the edge of your template. This is also helpful if using a router bit with a brass guide tip. I brush a thin layer of Vaseline on the template edge where the guide tip will rub. I also do this when using the solid carbide laminate trimmer bits to trim laminate, basically any bit that has a smooth guide but no bearing, or a bearing that isn't spinning all that free. It can make a mess if you use too much, but it does eliminate the the burning.
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@sunnybob, Amana sells 1/4 inch shaft, 3/16 inch diameter flush trim bits:
https://www.amanatool.com/mr0103-miniature-3-16-dia-flush-trim-with-3-16-dia-ball-bearing-x-3-4-x-1-4-inch-shank-carbide-tipped-router-bit.html?ff=1&fp=8562
https://www.amanatool.com/mr0103-miniature-3-16-dia-flush-trim-with-3-16-dia-ball-bearing-x-3-4-x-1-4-inch-shank-carbide-tipped-router-bit.html?ff=1&fp=8562
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Now that looks like what I want. But I cant find it locally.
I foolishly offered to make a few small xmas tree ornaments in 4 mm ply for the local youth club, thinking a dozen wouldnt be hard. The order came back 50 off, in two different shapes!
Thats going to be a few hours bandsawing and smoothing edges. And of course I dont have time to wait for a delivery from the usa because the kiddies want to decorate them well before school closes.
Oh well, thanks for the research. I'll put one on my list for next year. Or just not offer again. (lol)
I foolishly offered to make a few small xmas tree ornaments in 4 mm ply for the local youth club, thinking a dozen wouldnt be hard. The order came back 50 off, in two different shapes!
Thats going to be a few hours bandsawing and smoothing edges. And of course I dont have time to wait for a delivery from the usa because the kiddies want to decorate them well before school closes.
Oh well, thanks for the research. I'll put one on my list for next year. Or just not offer again. (lol)
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Will a Dremel work?
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Herb, no. I wanted to just cut the shapes rough and whizz round a template with the bit to give a nice edge without too much time or effort.
I cut them today by hand on the bandsaw, then did a quick scuff round with some sandpaper. almost 4 hours. Its not my best work (lol), but its for little kiddies to decorate and take home, so most of them will be in the bin by new year.
If they want any more later on I shall make sure its a shape i can do nicely with what I have.
I cut them today by hand on the bandsaw, then did a quick scuff round with some sandpaper. almost 4 hours. Its not my best work (lol), but its for little kiddies to decorate and take home, so most of them will be in the bin by new year.
If they want any more later on I shall make sure its a shape i can do nicely with what I have.
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why not???
Failed his licensing test for Dremel use.
Bob. How about some pictures? Then the rest of us will know what to say when we tell you how you should have done it. >
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Ooo, pricey. I got a 1/4" bit at I think Lowes. I do know it was less than $8.
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