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Router Bit Guide & Cabinet

With so many to choose router bits from it can be difficult to decide which bits will give you the most for your money.

In this article, we'll clear up the confusion with an in-depth look at how bits are designed, what types are available, and which projects are best suited for a particular style bit.

  • How bits are constructed
  • Understanding carbide
  • Why today's bits are safer
  • Choosing a starter set
  • Specialty cutters
  • Where to buy

This article includes step-by-step plans for building a router cabinet for your shop. It features a sturdy platform for making bit changes and router adjustments. A cutaway shelf lets you store your router in an upright position without removing the bit!

Source: This project appeared in Workbench Magazine No. 248.

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