Hand milling cutter for wood, especially instrument and its application

can be found in this article, what features has hand-mill wood: basic variety of instruments, their features and technical specifications, as well as necessary for the operation components. The text sets out the recommendations that will not only help determine the choice of a suitable hand router, but also to use it effectively in practice.

Hand mill wood: the device and the types of instruments

Woodcarving hand router is not confined to professional carpenters. The possibilities of this tool will be useful furniture manufacturers and master finishers. The main purpose of mill - wood processing. Although many of today's models can cope with other materials.

Consumers can buy a hand-mill for processing:

• artificial stone;
• plastic;
• composite materials;
• plexiglass;
• non-ferrous metals.

Scope of this tool applies to the manufacture of furniture and decorative items from wood joinery. Created by the hand router crafts look very impressive. These unique products are widely used in everyday life. With a router craftsmen make beautiful picture frames, jewelry boxes, children's toys, decorative shelves and so on. N.

What can you do the hand router:

• rebating;
• formation of structural parts such as folds, grooves, studs, slots;
• profiling the edge portion (figure and forward);
• forming seats for installing fittings and locking mechanisms on the door;
• decorative carving a router with the corresponding nozzles;
• making holes;
• fitting parts which are to be joined;
• rough alignment method contours.

Types of routers on a tree: classification of instruments

In order to decide which router is best to buy a home, you should get acquainted with the existing range of these devices. The choice of device depends on the type of the proposed works and their complexity and volume. For example, the need for a router in the furniture production occurs continuously, while in a home workshop this tool will only be required from time to time.

The following types of routers:

• top type;
• edge;
• all season.

top type device may be stationary and submerged. The second embodiment is universal, and therefore the most widely used. For the home studio submersible design fits best. It is this category of devices should be considered in more detail in order to decide which router to choose to carry out certain tasks.

Note!Jointers used for forming grooves on a workpiece surface. This device belongs to the category of highly specialized tool which has a small number of functions.

When compared to other types of hand-held power tool, the router has a very simple design. do not use belts, gears and other components for torque transmission. Nozzles for the router are mounted directly on the spindle (shaft of the electric motor). This results in a large set of turns.

The body portion elektrofrezera called the "head". It moves along the guide bars, which are rigidly fixed to the supporting platform up and down. When pressing the handle tool head is lowered. If relieve pressure, again return spring structure to its former position.

Mounted on a spindle mill. It is used for fixing the collet assembly. When there is a smooth immersion of the head in the material or wood, the depth regulated by a special emphasis. Upon further movement of the router in the horizontal direction groove is drilled with sharp milling edges.

Which is better to buy a router for wood manual type: Tips for choosing

Picking up the router for the home studio, it is advisable to pay attention to the technical parameters of the instrument.

Key selection criteria:

• power level;
• carving depth manual milling cutter (cutter stroke);
• additional functionality;
• rotational speed of the spindle;
• the price of the hand router.

Buying hand router on the tree: choose a power tool

Possibilities of the instrument is largely dependent on the engine power level. The higher the number, the longer the router can work continuously without overheating. Moreover, devices with high power level allow the use of the milling cutter with the greatest possible length and diameter. However, one can argue that the most powerful instrument will be considered the best. With an increase in this index increases the size and weight of the tool.

In view of this law the following types of routers:

1. Light - weight structures 2-3 kg, and the power not exceeding 750 watts.
2. Medium - power level varies between 750-1500 W, wherein w is 3-5 kg, e.g., router 1400 Bosch ACE.
3. Heavy - designs weight exceeds 5 kg, and the power is in the range of 1500-2300 watts.

To carry out milling work on a regular basis, experts recommend to choose a tool whose power is not less than 1.5 kW. Such an instrument is able to cope with the performance of any professional tasks, but this dimensional and heavy construction requires considerable effort on the part of the operator. Especially if a router performs the woodwork newbie.

Useful advice!When selecting a tool is very important to adhere to the golden mean. Power mill should not be too high, but sufficient to perform its tasks. Thus it is necessary to take into account the duration of the device without interruption, as well as the possibility of processing products made of solid wood.

Selection of the optimum rotational speed of the spindle for hand router wood

One of the main technical characteristics of the router is the rotational frequency of the spindle. The higher the speed at which the mill rotates, the higher the quality of the surface after treatment. If necessary, get very accurate results with a router on the tree is sufficient to reduce speed. Some models are designed for the processing of plastic surfaces. To eliminate the possibility of melting the material, it is necessary to prevent overheating of the working area. To do this, use the tool in the low speed mode.

Most of the models has a rotational speed in the range of 20-30 thousand. vol. / min. This is the middle option. Consumers can purchase as slower milling - 10-20 thousand.. / Min and faster model -. 35. thousand. vol. / min. Do not forget that the greater the size of the cutter diameter, the smaller should be the angular velocity of its rotation. The fact that the linear velocity of the point of the circle on the periphery still high enough. Therefore there is no need for excessive acceleration cutter, otherwise it can lead to burning wood.

Before you work a router, you need to take into account the nuances of the following:

• size cutters, which will be used at the moment;
• the density of the material from which the workpiece is formed;
• required machining depth.

In view of the foregoing, it is better to select a tool that has a speed adjustment function. On this depends the functionality of the router. Adjustment system may be continuously or stepwise (up to 8 switching levels).

Many manufacturers indicate the recommended in the instructions supplied with the instrument, but it is useful to and practical experience. Based on it, we can choose the optimal device for themselves.

How to choose a hand-mill for wood processing depth

Working stroke of the milling cutter defined by the maximum depth at which it is able to plunge into the material. Lightweight models of routers can be recessed in the nozzle 2-5 cm. The level of penetration in the powerful tools of 7-8 cm. The higher the speed, the deeper the tool can plunge into the material. Devices with high wooden blanks can process a large thickness.

Note!It is not possible to cut a groove full depth in one step. As a result, you can not only spoil the product, but also to break the router. The harder the material to be treated, the smaller should be the depth of cut, carried out at a time.

In a single pass can not be done groove whose depth is greater than the length of the working mills. Some models have a control tool, with which you can fine-tune the depth of immersion, for example, Skil 1840 LA. This parameter is typically set to 0.1 mm.

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Cutter wood for hand mill: the types and characteristics of the products

Classification of existing products, their features and specific use. Recommendations regarding the selection of cutting parts to the Fraser.

How to choose a hand-mill: an overview of additional functions

When purchasing a router is necessary to pay attention to the presence of additional features and options that enhance its technical and operational characteristics.

If the density of material which is processed, increases or increases speed of the mill along the article, the number of revolutions may be decreased. To prevent this and to keep performance at a given level sufficient to have a constant electronics system. It stabilizes the spindle rotational speed by adjusting the power of the electric motor. This feature will be useful for owners of professional equipment. it does not need the usual devices.

soft-start system in manual Fraser Makita RP1800F, will allow for the set engine speed in a smooth operation. This eliminates the likelihood that during snap on to leapfrog. As a result, the tool life is increased because it is not part of the node subject to regular, albeit short-term overloads. Operation router becomes safe and eliminates the possibility of damage to the workpiece at the initial stage of processing.

Protection system router woodwork from overloading prevent device breakage if winding temperature in the electric motor exceeds a critical level. Depending on the model of the device it may be manifested in different ways: as a light indication, which serves as a signal, or the automatic function, disconnecting power. Typically, such a system is provided for professional Fraser, which are designed for continuous operation in intensive mode.

Protection against accidental start - is another useful feature. Regardless of the cost of most of the routers is equipped with this option. In the body part of the tool has a corresponding button. voltage to the motor winding is carried out only in the event that pressing it simultaneously with the start button. As a result, it eliminates the possibility of unintentional switching on.

Note!TOLEFT button protection not only prevents unintentional start-up, but also blocks the trigger in the "on" position. This feature is useful when using a router table for the hand router.

Selecting manual router based on structural features

Choosing a manual router, you need to pay attention to the quality of the reference platform or sole. This element may be made of cast or stamped metal. Alloy design have precise geometry, whereby they are perfectly adjacent to the surface and provide high performance. These tools include a hand-mill for wood Makita RP0900. It has a cast aluminum soleplate. Stamped platforms equipped with inexpensive routers designed for domestic use.

Be sure to make sure that the lower edge of the platform was covered by a plastic strap. Most often, this piece is removable, allowing you to replace it with the new, when there will be wear and tear. Attention should be paid and the size of the opening in the sole. This limits the diameter of the hole cutter that can be mounted on the instrument. The sole with a small opening will not work to install a large cutting nozzle.

As the tool head is moved along the guide bars, which are arranged vertically, it is important that the movement of this element was easier and smoother. If the design has distortions and clearances, the use of the router will be difficult. The same applies to the excess resistance, which can occur during the movement assembly vertically.

Milling depth of immersion in the tree control focus. It has the form of a metal rod, which rests on the ground on the platform and does not allow the head unit to fall below the set level. To set the level of penetration is sufficient to shift the thrust rod up or down. For this purpose a special screw is provided in the structure.

To perform several passes, gradually increasing the level of penetration cutters need multistage turret abutment. It is a platform mounted on the platform and having a plurality of steps of different heights. It rests on a vertical shaft, which limits the milling pass depth.

Note!In some cases, the emphasis is not revolving stage and bolts. For example, in the hand router Interskol FM-67 / 2200E has three adjustable screw and one fixed base. Thanks to this device at the same time and has a coarse and fine adjustment of penetration.

The choice of assistive devices for manual router

Fraser used for rough adjustment of products. The quality of the tools and the experience of the operator depends on the accuracy of the performed pieces. To achieve the desired result to the Fraser making additional tools that simplify working with this device.

Neither kind of work can not be done without the removable cutting tips. With them, you can perform a router Dovetail, straight, curved, T-shaped and other types of grooves and recesses. There are a variety of baits.

In their purpose and design are combined in this category:

• edge;
• grooving;
• figireynye;
• combined.

Such a device, as a parallel abutment, also called side, used for the surface treatment of the wood parallel to the edge. Thanks to him, it is possible to move the tool at equal distance from the edge. To fix the lock, a pair of rigid metal rods and screws. On how tightly set the quality of the result depends on the design. Material for the stop is extruded and cast metal. Removable plastic lining element that prevents contact with the workpiece.

Guide rail - one auxiliary element for milling a straight line. Unlike the rip fence member enables the thread at any angle with respect to the edge as well as at any distance from it. The tire has the form of a profiled line, which is fixed on a workpiece by means of clamps. special shoe is attached to the instrument. He directs the mill, moving along the grooves of the tire.

Compasses mill line for the master is used to perform a thread along a radial line. It is indispensable in cases when it is required to make a round tabletop. On the one hand, a compass ruler is fixed to the base of the tool by means of screws, on the other - to be fixed through a pin hole formed in the workpiece. It should be in the center of the circle.

Useful advice! To keep the area clean during the cutting operation it is desirable to use a vacuum cleaner, which is connected to the router with the help of pipe.

Selecting manual mill wood: consumer reviews

Before you go shopping for the router to the store can not hurt to get acquainted with the views of consumers about various manufacturers and specific models. Customer Feedback, a tool to try to work, allow weed devices having deficiencies which may be detected only during the operation.

Consumer reviews can be found in the forums or in the online store website:

"Not so long ago I acquired a router Aeg MF 1400 KE 411850. For the home studio this tool at the time. The device is very quiet. Even under extreme stresses it is no louder than a vacuum cleaner. In one pass with ease doing the edge work. For greater efficiency had to buy a table for a hand router. Moreover, the installation tool has fulfilled his own, it is very pleased with me. Cutting depth is adjusted easily.

While it was not necessary to work with panels, but I think a tool to deal with that. Thanks to the video tutorials hand-mill wood already use to the fullest. So I find this model is a good option for beginners. "

Igor Ivashin, city St. Petersburg

"I wanted to buy a small tool for doing small jobs. My choice fell on the manual mill Interskol tree, the unit price of the FM-40/1000 Oe more than acceptable - only 4100 rubles. With light weight, the design develops sufficient power. Immediately I noticed a small gap, but considering the cost can not call it a significant disadvantage. When tested a router at home, the tool proved itself very good. Let's see what will eventually be. "

Sergei Leibowitz, city Moscow

"A few years ago, I am thinking about the creation of a workshop in the garage. Among other things, he bought the router. Tool Buying cost me almost 20,000 rubles. But, despite the high cost, the price of its hand-mill for wood Makita 3612 C completely repulsed. This is the most reliable and does not kill tool that ever got my hands on. The only thing missing in this model is the ability to fine-tune the height. The rest of the tool is good. "

Eugene Novokshanov, city Yekaterinburg

Choosing the best hand router on wood: the price of popular models

For consumers wondering what hand-mill wood better, prices are not the last value, since the size of a personal budget can serve as a deterrent for most buyers.

Ranking of the best models with the prices:

device model	The power level W	Position in the ranking	price, rub.
Bosch GMF 1600 CE	1600	1	33600
makita RP1800F	1800	2	19420
hitachi M12V2	2000	3	17500
Skil 1840 LA	1300	4	5950
Bosch GKF 600 Professional	600	5	10900
Makita 3709	530	6	5250
Hammer FRZ710 PREMIUM	700	7	7500
DeWALT DWE 6005	600	8	12620
makita PJ7000	710	9	15000
Bosch GFF 22 Professional	670	10	36500

Useful advice! To increase the operating comfort of the instrument it is desirable to buy a router table for the hand router or make it yourself. It will allow quick and easy to operate the device without the distraction of holding the workpiece.

How to make a milling table with his hands the hand router

Any master can independently produce a table for manual router, video materials and finished drawings on the network is sufficient to the task cope even novice.

To work required:

• wooden bars with square section (4 pcs.);
• plywood and particle board;
• fixing elements (hinges, bolts, nuts, etc.);
• jack;
• metal profile;
• steel 6 mm thick plate;
• guides of aluminum;
• a movable carriage-stop, which will serve as a guide;
• router.

Instructions for the production of the table for the hand router with their own hands

necessarily require drawing with indication of the position of parts and their sizes for the table. From bars and scraps of chipboard appropriately sized twist supports, which will serve as table legs. To increase the rigidity of the structure is necessary to establish horizontal connecting panels of plywood. Right on the side of the table should be cut a hole, which will be displayed on the start button is milled.

For the manufacture of countertops need to take chipboard. This item has to be lifting, so you need to set the loop. Also need to make an additional supporting base. The basis of the table for manual router perform better sheet of plywood, thickness 15 mm. Further, the table top must cut groove for guiding the movable stop. This should set the metal profile. To the workpiece during operation was convenient to move around the table, it is desirable to use a mobile carriage-blank range. Instead, the approach guide the saw.

you need to take for the manufacture of chipboard rip fence. To ensure the mobility of this element should be cut perpendicular to grooves in the upper part of the stop, after which it should be attached to the table top by means of clamps. Cut a small groove in the middle. It will be used for the disposal of chips and other particles which are formed during the milling.

Then you need to collect a box of thin plywood with a hole for connecting the vacuum cleaner through the hose. This unit will give the chips and dust. The box is fixed perpendicular to the back stop. Thereafter, the metal plate thickness of 6 mm is screwed to the table top so that their levels coincided. There will be installed router.

Note!Fixing plate, you need to carefully ensure that the edges do not protrude over the top. Otherwise, the wooden blanks will cling to them.

The tool is attached to the bottom plate of the aluminum soleplate. For fixing screws can be used, for which it is preliminary necessary to execute holes. Such a method is suitable for securing the replacement of tools and allows you to save the milling depth. Using a car jack, you need to construct a lift to the router. With it you can control the height. Since the router is necessary to remove the handle and fasten their seat rails made of aluminum, which subsequently need to connect with a jack.

How to operate a manual milling cutter on a tree: video instructions and recommendations

To learn how to run a manual milling cutter on a tree, it is desirable to become familiar with the device of this instrument and the purpose of each part. Some of the device settings need to be configured. To adjust the cutting depth necessary to use a scale and a pen. One step corresponds to 10 mm. In addition, you must immediately put up the rotational speed of the cutter.

Before you work a router on the tree, the newcomer is required to get used to the instrument and to learn its capabilities. It is advisable to start with small and medium speed. We should not forget that in this mode, the processing quality is substantially reduced. Therefore, the first tests to be performed on an inconspicuous area where errors can be masked.

In the initial stages of the few to know how to work the hand router. Master newbie must adhere to safety requirements. We need to clearly know where the start button and turn off the instrument, as well as its lock. These elements are very important because they determine the safety and quality of work.

How to adjust the rotational speed to operate the hand router wood

Setting tool depends on the characteristics of the material to be treated. Fraser copes with cutting composites, plywood and wood. Given the characteristics of the material chosen rotational speed of the device. Most often, the technical documentation supplied with the instrument already contains the necessary information.

for speed settings:

Cutter diameter, mm	Work material	Steps speed, mm
4-10	Hard wood (oak, beech)	5-7
12-20	3-4
22-40	1-2
4-10	Softwood (pine, fir)	5-7
12-20	3-6
22-40	1-3
4-10	gypsum plasterboard	3-7
12-20	2-4
22-40	1-3
4-15	Plastic	2-3
16-40	1-2

Useful advice!The network has a lot of information on the work of a router on wood, video materials can be used as a visual aid in the absence of experience in setting up and operating the instrument.

How to fix the nozzle to the work of a router: videos and recommendations

Working with a router begins with the installation and fixing of the cutting nozzle. It is very important to comply with safety requirements. All actions are performed only with the length of the network plug.

Typically, the tool has a label, which help set the cutter. If they are absent, the element is set to a depth of not less than its own length. Each router model comes with technical documentation, which painted the mechanism of proper installation of cutting nozzles. There are no general rules for the tool since each modification has its own structural features.

Some models have a fairly simple structure, while others - more advanced. On sale there are modifications, complete with a button that locks the rotational motion of the shaft. The presence of the part greatly simplifies the installation process cutters.

The expensive models have a special tool cracks. Therefore, there is no single instruction. To install the cutter on the specific model, you can use the technical documentation provided by the manufacturer, or view the video work hand router on the Internet tree.

How is the work of the hand router: Video and Tool Tips

Using a router will be safe, and the result of quality work, provided that all safety requirements are met:

• tools must be sharp, or decrease the quality of treatment and will warm up the engine;
• before starting workpiece material must secure good;

• do not try to perform a task in one pass, resulting in greatly increased burden on both the mill and on the instrument as a whole;
• Replacement cutter only on a disconnected device, not enough to simply turn off the device by pressing the button, you need to unplug its cord.

Compliance with these requirements will ensure safety during operation. It is very important to feel the instrument in his hands and get used to it. If the router work is accompanied by strong vibrations, it is necessary to stop and figure out the cause of this phenomenon. Sometimes it is enough to adjust the rotational speed, and in some cases replacement of blunt tips may be required. Novice master can find a lot of video reviews, where experienced craftsmen show the process of implementation of the individual parts or even full articles.

Wood carving with a hand mill: video review process