variable speed routing

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Dean VV

Discussion Starter · Mar 22, 2005

I am aware that as the size of the router bit increases, the speed of the router should be reduced. I don't have a variable speed router and was wondering if I could simply plug the router into an outlet that was connected to a reostat. Is it possible that this could damage the router. Of course, the other disadvantage is that one can only guess at the speed, although one could set the speed to give the optimal results.

Any advice?
Thanks,

Dean

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reible

· #2 · Mar 22, 2005

Dean VV said:
I am aware that as the size of the router bit increases, the speed of the router should be reduced. I don't have a variable speed router and was wondering if I could simply plug the router into an outlet that was connected to a reostat. Is it possible that this could damage the router. Of course, the other disadvantage is that one can only guess at the speed, although one could set the speed to give the optimal results.

Any advice?
Thanks,

Dean

If you chose to do this get a speed control for a router. I think you can get one for about $25 US.

Ed

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Dewy

· #3 · Mar 22, 2005

My trusty old Swiss made Perles router has a fixed speed as it was made before variable speeds became standard so I dont use any bits larger than a chamfer bit or a biscuit cutter bit and always take small cuts until I get to the required depth.
Roll on the day when I get a DeWalt 625 for use in my router table.

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Dr.Zook

· #4 · Mar 23, 2005

Dean W, Reible has the right idea. Harbor Freight has one on sale for $12.00 US. Lists for $24.xx US.

Dave
the "Doctor"

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