What bit do you use

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Glenmore

Discussion Starter · Oct 4, 2004

What Bit would you use for jointing I've seen the tip for today I did jointing with a 1/2" shank 1 1/2" straight bit is that good or is there a better way to joint the wood with a better bit besides a straight or spiral bit just wondering.

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ejant

· #2 · Oct 4, 2004

Flush trim bits are ideal for jointing.

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Glenmore

Discussion Starter · #3 · Oct 4, 2004

Yes but don't I have to use a template for that I'm using a table mounted router won't the bearing get in the way.

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reible

· #4 · Oct 4, 2004

Glenmore said:
What Bit would you use for jointing I've seen the tip for today I did jointing with a 1/2" shank 1 1/2" straight bit is that good or is there a better way to joint the wood with a better bit besides a straight or spiral bit just wondering.

You can expect better cuts from bits that have a shear cutting edge such as the spiral bit or down shear flush trim bits. The cutter have a "twist" to the cutting edge.

Ed

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Spacemanspiff

· #5 · Oct 4, 2004

I use straight bits myself as the spiral ones over here are a tad pricey for me but I concur with reible as to the shear cutting edge.

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