Rating of the best cutters for a hand router for 2022

Using a manual milling machine, you can perform a very large number of operations with wood - select a groove and a tongue, a fold on a frame, an edge, make a rounding, embed a lock or a hinge on a door - this is not even half the list. Different types of cutters are used for different operations.

Within the framework of the article, their classification by design, purpose and criteria for selecting cutters will be given depending on the tasks performed and the material being processed, as well as photos of sets of cutters as an illustration.

What is done with a milling machine

The machines are used to work out cutting lines on wood, plastic, metal, or cutting these materials.

To understand what tasks can be performed with a milling machine, you need to understand what milling means. This is a method of processing a certain material, which is carried out with a milling cutter (a cutting tool with cutting teeth). The cutter is mounted in a special machine, which at high speed directs the blade in the desired direction, cutting off layers of a certain material.

What can be built on the machine:

• furniture;
• various architectural models (houses, scenes);
• toys;
• souvenirs;
• sculptures;
• decorative boxes;
• chess sets;
• skirting boards;
• cornices.

This is just a small part of what can be made on a milling machine. The complete list will depend on the skill and imagination of the manufacturer.

Main types of structures

Without exaggeration, hundreds of milling cutters of various purposes, profiles and designs are offered on the modern market. By design, there are three main groups of this cutting tool.

Prefabricated

The simplest and most common type. It consists of a shank, a supporting body and cutting knives attached to it. All three parts are made of different alloys. The knives are made of special cutting steel, everything else is made of cheaper metals. They are called prefabricated because different parts are assembled during production. Further, it is impossible to disassemble or assemble the elements of such equipment; everything is tightly secured.

Some profiles are equipped with bearings that can be removed.

Monolithic

This is practically the same equipment as the three-piece prefabricated ones described above. Nothing changes or is rearranged. The difference from the prefabricated version is that the entire cutter is made of the same alloy. In another way, such cutters are called backed ones.

With replaceable cutting edges

Such designs allow you to remove or rearrange individual cutting elements, obtaining the desired cutting profile. As an example, in the image below there is a groove/tenon cutter.

When using two cutting edges, a tenon-shaped cut is obtained. If you unscrew the nut, remove one cutting element and adjust the height of the cutter to the desired size, you can get a groove for this tenon.

The same type includes cutters with double-sided knives. They are not tightly fixed in the case, but are screwed on. When one side becomes dull, the knives are turned over and the other side is used.

An example of such equipment:

Shell cutters with replaceable knives are also used on stationary milling machines. This is a drum for attaching knives, similar to those found on conventional electric planes. But instead of the usual flat ones, figured knives with different profiles can be inserted into it.

Who needs a home router?

Before going to the store, you need to determine the range of tasks to be completed. There is no point in purchasing a compact model if you need to process hardwood, but it is ideal for occasional household use.

A home router is necessary for people who often process various surfaces. When purchasing, you must take into account the availability of equipment that comes with the kit. It is advisable to purchase a universal set, which includes edge, base, profile and spiral elements.

Important! If a home craftsman will often use the device, then it is additionally necessary to purchase special copying sleeves and collets.

The best milling cutter manufacturers

• Set Fit 6 pieces. Perfectly packaged and suitable for a young master.
• Bit Fit 36692 aybr masters for spot machining. The advantage is that it is a one-piece purchase.
• Set CALIBER 0504 work for wood.​
• Total TACSR 1121 great functionality.
• Set STAYER 2992-H12 for soft types of wood.

Types of hand routers

Hand-held devices come in 5 varieties. Each type has its own design features that affect the scope of application.

Manual type of equipment

The most common types of hand routers:

• Submersible. This is a universal device, characterized by high reliability and quality workmanship. This type of equipment is used to perform all types of milling work.
• Edging. Used for chamfering, as well as forming small recesses and depths. Used for decorative works. Such a tool is not used for domestic purposes.
• Rotary is used in construction work. The tool is used to process edges and make holes in plastic, wood or drywall.
• Lamellar is a specialized router designed for making grooves. This is not a universal tool, and therefore should not be purchased by beginners.
• The filler is another specialized device with which you can carefully make paired holes, which will subsequently be connected to each other. This tool is also not used in everyday life, and in most cases is used to make various furniture.

The choice depends specifically on the specifics of the master’s work. If you need to use equipment at home, then first of all pay attention to a universal tool.

Important! Certain samples are quite universal, while others are professional tools that can only be used to perform a narrow range of work.

Main types of cutters and their purpose

End tools are designed for edge processing. They are equipped with a guide bearing for smooth running and accurate operation. Unlike drills, cutters of this type are capable of moving in all directions. Available with a conical or cylindrical tail.

Flat end cutters are used for roughing, scraping, cutting and other operations. The scope of their application is largely determined by the number of teeth. The main parts of such cutters are U-shaped, which ensures comfortable formation of grooves. For more accurate work, they can be combined with special templates.

Fillet cutters are recommended for creating semicircular grooves in the end parts of workpieces. The presence of a support bearing allows them to be used to produce decorative furniture slats. The arc size of the resulting groove is easily controlled by the depth of immersion in the material.

When processing workpieces in production and in the workshop, cutters of less common types can be useful:

• A tenon tool is useful for making dovetail grooves;
• Moulder is used to create rounded edges;

Conical - for chamfers with strictly established height and angle of inclination.

How to choose the right manual wood router for your home

To purchase a quality device for home use, you need to study 4 criteria.

Power

This is one of the main parameters that affects equipment performance. Depending on the power, milling cutters are divided into three types:

• Easy. The power is up to 750 kW, and the weight of the milling cutter itself does not exceed 3 kg.
• On medium-sized milling machines, the power increases to 1.5 kW, and its weight is approximately 5 kg.
• Heavy devices have a power of 2.3 kW, and the weight can exceed 6 kg.

Medium routers are suitable for home use. Heavy tools are in most cases used in production, where it is necessary to perform specific and rather complex operations for a long time without interruption.

Important! You should not chase the most powerful pieces of equipment for your home, since the dimensions of the devices will be very large, and therefore it will become much more difficult to manage them.

Medium router - ideal choice for home

Spindle speed

The parameter directly affects the quality of the processed part, as well as the choice of material with which to work. Milling cutters have three speeds - standard slow and high:

• The standard mode operates at 20-30 thousand rpm. These are the most popular samples that can handle most materials.
• Slow devices typically have a speed of 10,000-15,000 rpm. Such devices are usually used for working with plastic.
• High speed exceeds 35000 rpm. Routers are suitable for processing the hardest surfaces.

Important! When purchasing the cheapest devices, it is necessary to take into account that the rotation speed will not be adjustable, which will affect the quality of processing.

Working stroke

The working stroke refers to the depth of processing. The cheapest samples can dive to about 50 mm, and the most powerful and professional ones - up to 80 mm. The longer the working stroke, the deeper you can dive into the working surface, and the more difficult the operations can be performed.

Additional options

When purchasing, it is advisable to pay attention to additional options that will increase safety when working with equipment:

• Overload protection. All electronic devices become hot during operation, which can create a dangerous situation, and protection will help prevent this. Most professional models are equipped with this function, since they are subject to prolonged load. Overload protection varies: on the most expensive models it is an automatic power off, on cheaper models it is a light indication.
• Protection against unintentional activation is an additional button, without pressing which the router simply will not work.

These are the main additional options that will be useful for safe operation of the device. But there are also options to improve ease of use.

Metal cutters

There is no specially created metal equipment for a hand router. Typically, craftsmen use equipment designed for machine tools with a suitable shank diameter. Most often, end mills are used on hand-held units to create grooves. But you should know that the router is a high-speed machine, which is not very suitable for end cutters. Therefore, the metal must be removed in minimal layers, a few tenths of a mm thick, and in several passes. The following photo shows a spiral cutter for metal.

Also, milling cutters can be equipped with burrs of various configurations, which can easily cope with steel, cast iron, stainless steel, brass and even titanium. But since they most often have a small shank diameter (6 mm), an adapter will be required for installation in an eight-mm collet.

Burrs for metal come in the following types.

1. Disk. You can make all kinds of cuts and process grooves.

2. Conical (60°). Used for countersinking holes.

3. Conical with reverse taper. The equipment is used for grinding grooves, processing sharp corners of the workpiece, removing welds in the corners of the product, and processing hard-to-reach holes.

4. Conical with rounding. Used for processing joints, cleaning welds, and processing planes.

5. Conical pointed. The tool can handle sharp corners, joints of parts, and also perform milling in hard-to-reach places.

6. Oval. They process and expand holes, and also align welds in the corners of parts.

7. Flame-shaped. Thanks to its universal shape, the tool is used for creating fillets, as well as for processing them.

8. Spherical. The tooling can be used for machining holes, creating semicircular mates and machining grooves.

9. Spheroconic pointed. You can process honey with planes connected at an acute angle.

10. Spheroconic rounded. Mates with internal radii are processed.

11. Spherocylindrical. You can process edges, profiles, welds, radius grooves. This equipment also removes chamfers and burrs and prepares the surface for welding.

12. Cylindrical with a smooth end. Used for processing contours, seams after welding, edges, for chamfering and deburring.
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13. Cylindrical with teeth. Equipment with teeth on the end is used for the same purposes as equipment with a smooth end. Only this type of tool can work simultaneously in two planes at right angles.

Criteria for convenient work

Modern electronic devices are equipped with additional functions that greatly simplify work. Next we will look at 4 major additions in this area.

Working stroke

This function allows you to go deeper into the material being processed. The longer the working stroke, the more complex operations can be performed with the router and the more beautiful the final result will be.

Working stroke

Smooth start

If the router is quite powerful, it is advisable to make sure that it has a soft start system, thanks to which the engine will pick up speed slowly, and therefore the risk of sudden jerks will be eliminated.

Rip fence

The stop should be placed to the side of the router. These are small metal rods that are attached with screws to the base of the equipment. The emphasis is necessary to increase comfort during work. This addition allows you to carefully guide the cutter along the workpiece, maintaining the required distance from the edge.

Connecting the vacuum cleaner

Many routers are equipped with a special mount where you can attach a small bag to collect dust. The function is designed to protect against dust getting into the eyes and respiratory tract.

Rating of the top 10 best manual wood routers

In the article, we tried to determine the most popular tools, according to users, and compiled a list of the most popular ones. I suggest going to the list and familiarizing yourself with the presented copies.

• BOSCH POF 1200 AE.
• Kolner KER 1200V.
• BOSCH POF 1400 ACE.
• Interskol FM-40/1000E DM.
• Wortex MM 5013-1 E.
• BOSCH GKF 550 Professional.
• BLACK+DECKER KW1200E.
• Makita RT0700C.
• Makita RP2301FCX.
• ELITECH F 1800E.

Let's take a closer look at each of the presented models.

BOSCH POF 1200 AE

A reliable, vertically directed device with rich functionality. The rubberized L-shaped handles are ergonomic and very easy to use. For the sake of safety, the trigger mechanism is blocked here, and the start of work occurs smoothly, without jerking.

The spindle speed can be easily adjusted and, if necessary, blocked. The speed of revolutions is automatically stabilized. During operation, it is possible to adjust the milling depth. The delivery set includes a copy sleeve, three collets and groove cutters for wood for a hand router.

Weight	3.4 kg
Processing depth	55 mm
Collet	6 and 8 mm
Revolutions	11000 – 28000 rpm
Power	1200 W

BOSCH POF 1200 AE Advantages

• rich equipment (parallel stop, copy sleeve, three collets, groove cutter, centering rod and key);
• speed adjustment according to material and task;
• keyless replacement of attachments;
• possibility of connecting a vacuum cleaner;
• transparent protective shield.

Flaws

• the work area is not highlighted.

I recently chose sets of wood cutters for a hand router for this unit. I already have the tool itself and have been using it for about a year. I was lucky, I bought it at the old price and I’m not complaining. During all the time I used it, it never let me down. Comfortable, fast, doesn’t make much noise, overall I like it and don’t plan to change it yet.

Kolner KER 1200V

A budget, but fairly high-quality version of the tool was included in the rating of manual wood routers precisely for these parameters. It is perfect for beginners, as at its price it has all the qualities of a professional device.

There is a ruler for setting the exact depth of milling, smooth speed adjustment, a durable cast sole and connection to a vacuum cleaner. In addition, it has a good set of accessories included. Equipped with protection against accidental start-up and equipped with a spindle lock, allowing you to quickly and safely change equipment.

Power consumption	1200 W
Number of revolutions	16000 – 30000 rpm
Collet diameter	6 and 8 mm
Weight	3.2 kg
Working depth	52 mm

Kolner KER 1200V Advantages

• smooth speed control;
• solid aluminum sole with protective coating;
• accidental start blocking;
• rubberized handles;
• quick change of cutters thanks to spindle rotation lock.

Flaws

• no backlight.

I used to have an edge router, but it is a highly specialized tool. I decided to take a universal one and the choice fell on Kellner, the types of cutters for a manual wood router are suitable for it, you only need to buy an additional collet for 12. I am completely satisfied with the device, the assembly is good, the functionality is excellent. I recommend it to beginners!

BOSCH POF 1400 ACE

The productive branded unit has all the useful qualities of a vertical router and can be used as a professional tool. The depth is adjusted using a special revolving stop.

The attachments are changed in safe mode with the spindle locked, and there are a considerable number of attachments included in the kit. In addition to three collets of different calibers, there is a separate hard case with a set of six different hand router bits for wood.

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Chuck dimensions	6 mm, 8 mm and ¼ inch
Cutter stroke	55 mm
Power consumption	1400 W
Rotational speed	11000 – 28000 rpm
Weight	3.5 kg

BOSCH POF 1400 ACE Advantages

• large set with a set of cutters and chucks;
• collet fixation is provided;
• speed adjustment and support under load;
• precise setting of stroke depth;
• There is a backlight for the work surface.

Optimal selection of cutters

The minimum that is included in a good set of cutters is:

• two edge cutters, one metric, the other inch;
• end mills with diameters of 6, 12 and 18 millimeters;
• a simple groove cutter, and for dovetail cutting;
• figured molding cutter;
• disk cutter.

This is the required minimum, but for professional work you may need a much larger arsenal.

Vertical power up to 1200 W

A necessary tool for the workshop, capable of immediately replacing a plane, drill, or engraver. Selecting grooves for hinges and locks will become a minute task with models of low power and light weight. The Top 3 popular options in this group included milling cutters from manufacturers in Germany, Japan and Russia.

1Bosch POF 1200 AE

A small and inexpensive router is suitable for novice craftsmen and owners involved in construction and finishing on their own. Mostly designed for soft wood and simple work without maximum processing precision. The ability to adjust the speed will make it easier to work with different types of materials. The manufacturer took care of stepwise switching from 11,000 rpm to 28,000 rpm.

Specifications:

• power: 1200 W;
• adjustable rotation speed from 11000 to 28000;
• processing depth: 55 mm;
• weight: 3.4 kg.

Pros:

• mills not too hard materials well;
• has low weight;
• affordable price;
• You can connect a vacuum cleaner.

Minuses:

• weak guides;
• high noise level.

You can purchase a device that costs about 6,000 rubles at most power tool stores.

2Makita RT0700CX2

Functional device with 3 bases, significantly expanding the range of applications. There is the possibility of edge processing, grooving and copying work with parts. In addition, the Japanese manufacturer took care of the users and offered the best option for completing the tool with a large number of attachments, the ability to connect a vacuum cleaner, as well as replaceable handles and a storage bag.

Rating of the best manual wood routers in terms of price and quality in 2021

The most popular units remain those that combine quality with reasonable cost. They are most often used at home, but they can also be useful in small workshops.

Elitech F 1800 E

The manual unit has a significant mass and demonstrates a power of 1800 W. Equipped with a spindle lock and a turret stop, there is a built-in backlight to improve visibility.

The cost of Elitech F 1800 E starts from 5,000 rublesPros

• long cord 2.5 m;
• high power;
• There is a 12 mm collet.

Minuses

• the start button becomes clogged with dust;
• weight 4.3 kg.

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Kolner KER 1200V

Inexpensive hand router suitable for home use. The working depth of the device is 50 mm, the speed is adjustable from 15,000 to 30,000 revolutions.

You can buy Kolner KER from 3,200 rublesPros

• does not heat up during operation;
• power more than 1 kW;
• rich equipment

Minuses

• makes noise during use;
• no soft start.

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Bort BOF-1600N

The 1.5 kW vertical router supports a speed of 12,000-26,000 rotations and has a nozzle stroke of 60 mm. There is a smooth switching of revolutions, the sole of the unit is cast and fits tightly to the surface.

Bort BOF price starts from 3900 rublesPros

• reliable assembly;
• moderate cost;
• five year warranty;
• smooth speed adjustment.

Minuses

• the mechanism for replacing cutters is inconvenient;
• no storage case;
• large weight - 4.8 kg.

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Top 3 best rotary hand routers for wood

Rotary units with a narrowed body are used in repair and decorative work. Important requirements are placed on precision and low weight of devices.

Bosch GTR 30 CE

The unit for drilling wood and tiles is equipped with a dust removal system and ventilation for the motor. There is illumination of the work area and stabilization of speed.

The price of Bosch GTR 30 starts from 18,000 rublesPros

• weight 1.5 kg;
• there is a speed control;
• maximum speed 30,000 rotations.

Minuses

• no soft start;
• There are no cutters included in the kit.

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Metabo FME 737

The milling machine is suitable for straight and curved cuts and starts up smoothly. There are ventilation holes on the case. The fixation of the cutter is very tight, without play.

You can buy Metabo FME from 13,000 rublesPros

• Supports speed control and soft start;
• The VC system independently selects the operating mode for the material.

Minuses

• no lighting or dust removal;
• There are no cutters included in the kit.

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Makita 3706

The compact 550 W unit is designed for making grooves and holes in wood and composite materials. It is equipped with a compass guide, collet and adapter for a vacuum cleaner, weighs 1.1 kg.

Makita 3706 price starts from 5,500 rublesPros

• light weight;
• there is a dust removal system;
• high speed up to 32,000 rpm.

Minuses

• there is no regulation and stabilization of speed;
• there is no soft start.

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TOP best edge routers

Bosch GKF 600 Professional

The cost of the device is around 12,500 rubles. The Germans continue to produce really high-quality milling cutters. This model runs on a 600 W motor. It easily picks up rotation speed up to 33,000 rpm in 1 minute. It is also convenient that the entire range of cutters is suitable for work.

The design is durable and light in weight. If necessary, the base is shifted to the required division on the router body, and then adjusted to the size using a wheel in the area of ​​the base base.

The device is comfortable to use in your hand. The base can be removed completely. The device can be used as an engraver with high power.

Advantages

• power characteristics;
• convenience indicators;
• The adjustment is quite simple.

Flaws

• The equipment is presented with a straight base; you need to separately purchase an option with the ability to adjust the tilt.

Makita 3709

The cost of the device is around 5800 rubles. The manufacturer is a Japanese company. The device is reliable and has good performance. Operates at 30 thousand revolutions in 1 minute. The cutter plunges up to 40 mm. In fact, the device is decent, but in view of the reduced price, the manufacturer decided to save money. For this reason, the equipment was slightly damaged.

The base of the router is made of 90 percent polycarbonate with a transparent base. The clip is plastic. The ears are tightened using a screw. Users complain that the manufacturer should have added 8 mm collets to the kit. But, in fact, there are only 6 mm collets.

Advantages

• comfortable grip;
• engine with high power and speed characteristics.

Flaws

• the base is made of plastic.

Hammer FRZ710 PREMIUM

The device costs around 8,300 rubles. It is not even just an edgeband, but can also be classified as universal. The complete set is represented by a vertical type base with handles. There is also equipment for performing edge work. Just keep in mind that even though it is universal, it is not always useful. The motor operates at 700 W, while the system speed is at its limit. The immersion depth is 30 mm, these are not too large characteristics.

The inconvenient thing is that there is no smooth lowering. You have to turn the device on and off by releasing the handles. So the vertical base here can rather be attributed to a series of equipment “made from what was available.”

As for disassembling the device as an edging device, it is heavy in the hand and not very comfortable. When acting on a polished cylindrical part, pads are needed, then the vibration is transmitted to a lesser extent through the hand.

In general, users note that the device is suitable for home use, but cannot be used in large quantities.

Advantages

• versatility;
• 3 collets;
• decent power ratings for an edging device.

Flaws

• heavy weight;
• not entirely convenient if used as a vertical device.

How to correctly set the milling depth

Setting the milling depth is done in two stages.

Setting the zero point

To set the milling depth, you must first set the zero point. And then, starting from it, you can set the required depth. The master's zero point is the position of the cutter when its end touches the surface of the workpiece.

Based only on the scale, it is impossible to set such a point. This is because when installing a cutter, we never know exactly to what depth we inserted it and what the exact length of this tool is.

To determine the zero point, the router should be lowered until it touches and fixed in this position using a special clamp available on any router.

To set the immersion depth of the router, a special stop pin is used. It has a coarse adjustment scale. A fine adjustment screw with a scale located in its upper part passes through the body of the pin. The screw is equipped with a handle that allows you to screw it in or out. Moreover, its lower part moves accordingly.

The screw is equipped with an M6 thread with a pitch of 1 mm. This means that one turn of the adjusting screw adds or subtracts 1mm of milling depth. By turning the screw head a fraction of a full turn, you can set the required value with high accuracy.

Basic milling techniques are performed like this...

There are arrow-shaped marks on the scale body. It is desirable that they be combined with some kind of round division. To do this, the head of the fine-tuning screw must be turned so that its lower part rests against the turret stop. As the head continues to rotate, the screw begins to move the scale. This is how her comfortable position is selected. After this, the scale must be fixed.

In this position, the router is set to zero. Its scale is also set to zero.

If you unlock the router and raise it, and then lower it again, the tip of the adjusting screw will not allow the tool to fall below the previously adjusted position, which craftsmen call zero.

Setting the milling depth

Now you can set the milling depth. Let's say this value should be 2 mm. To set it, make 2 full turns of the fine adjustment screw head. After this adjustment, the router will provide a recess depth of 2 mm.

If you check the depth of the milling performed, you may well find a small error. This is due to the fact that when lowering the router to start work, the tip of the cutter may slightly crush the wood being processed.

To choose the right router, use these tips!

TOP best keyway routers

Makita PJ7000

In terms of price, this device is affordable to many. It costs around 16,200 rubles. It runs on a 710 W motor, with rotational speeds reaching 11 thousand per minute. The maximum diameter of the cutter is 100 mm, but its selection should be approached carefully. If there is an imbalance in the high-speed tool area, the milling cutter will produce high-power vibration. The device base is optimal. The desired angle is achieved accurately and quickly.

Advantages

• high power levels;
• dust collector with efficient characteristics.

Flaws

• vibrations are felt;
• the body is not equipped with rubber insulating pads.

Bosch GFF 22 Professional

The cost of the router is about 16,150 rubles. It features an ergonomic solution. This applies to both the grip and the left-handed handle. The milling cutter is designed for right-handed craftsmen, and therefore it will be difficult for left-handed people to use it.

The model is also distinguished by the gear ratio of the gearbox. These are proven solutions that provide quality and reliability. The motor has 670 W. It is capable of spinning the cutter up to 9 thousand revolutions per minute. At its maximum, it can reach 105 mm.

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Advantages

• the build quality is at the highest level;
• performance indicators.

Flaws

• operates at a noise level of 87 dB;
• the cost is high.

Useful tips

It is important to understand that cutters are consumables. They tend to grind down at the most important moment. That is why experienced specialists recommend purchasing them with a reserve. As a result, there will definitely be enough cutters to complete the planned amount of work.

It is recommended to lubricate the support bearing from time to time . This will increase its service life. Many people change the sheath cutter if it becomes dull during the work process.

There is no need to rush into this. The first thing to do is turn the blade over to the other side. Such models have double-sided sharpening, so you will definitely be able to complete the operation.

Buying the right hand loom is not the whole procedure. It is necessary to take a comprehensive approach to the choice of incisors, presented in a wide variety. This will allow you to complete the intended work efficiently and quickly. At the same time, you should be more attentive and careful.

What to look for when choosing?

Choosing a milling machine for home use is not the easiest task, especially for those who are faced with the need to purchase such a power tool for the first time. The priority criterion should be the type and frequency of carpentry operations performed. If you need a universal machine, then it is recommended to pay attention to vertical type devices, since such options are adapted to any type of processing. For manipulations in a small workshop, the optimal solution is an additive type unit. You can restore furniture with an edging tool.

We'll tell you how to choose an electric wood router for solving everyday problems or as carpentry equipment for a hobby, and what criteria should be taken into account when choosing:

• Purpose of the machine. Electric machines come in submersible, vertical or edging types. The vertical model is the most universal, designed for all types of carpentry operations.
• Motor power consumption. High power characteristics guarantee maximum performance. This parameter allows you to increase the cutting speed of hard workpieces and deeper milling in one cycle. Power makes it possible to classify equipment into 3 groups: for home use (up to 750 Watt, weight - from 2 to 3 kg), semi-professional type (750 - 1500 Watt, weight - from 3 to 5 kg), professional models (1500 - 2300 Watt , weight – from 5 to 6 kg).
• Processing depth. The value by which the cutter is embedded into the workpiece. The parameter is calculated individually and depends on the thickness of the base being processed.
• Rotation speed setting. When working with hardwood, the speed of the cutting element becomes slower. This manifests itself in machine jerking and damage to the part. Most machines have the functionality to adjust the number of revolutions depending on the task at hand.
• Safety and durability. Safe operation of the machine is ensured by design features. It is good if the model has a protective casing, which increases the reliability of use and protects the parts and the master himself during the operation.

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