Milling cutter in the table - which is better?

The most popular woodworking job is milling. Carry it out, as a rule, on milling machines. A large number of models of similar equipment are presented on the modern construction market, they differ from each other in design and various characteristics. Therefore, if you are looking for a router in the table, which is better for home use, this article will certainly help you. Below we will consider all the possible options.

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Features of the milling

It should be noted right away that a manual router for installation in a table is very different in its features from stationary large machines. Manual devices are particularly used in domestic conditions for the processing of wooden structures. With their help, you can perform the following operations:

• Installation of interior structures.
• Installation of wooden windows.
• Groove of boards.
• Grinding small items.
• Cutting off excess wood.
• Making grooves and locks.

To make an unmistakable choice, you should understand all the functions of these devices. All of them have a huge set of options, due to which they can be used in a rather extensive range of work.

Important! They also have certain limitations. For instance:

• If it is indicated that the milling cutter should be used exclusively pointwise, then it cannot be used for machining too large parts.
• Compact models are great for processing planks, boards, plywood, while massive elements are difficult to process with their help.

But it all depends on the model chosen, because there are so powerful machines that can cope with any tasks in everyday life.

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Milling design

To find the best router for installation in a table for domestic use, it should be clearly understood that manual models are smaller than stationary ones. In general, they look like a large drill with additional nozzles and a stabilizing bar.

The package includes such details:

• The engine is hidden behind a plastic or metal case. Most manufacturers use plastic to make the casing to reduce the cost of the products.
• From the engine comes the spindle or small chuck, on which the cutter is worn.
• There are also many milling cutters, but each of them is designed for work of a certain type. Therefore, novice masters are confused and can not immediately choose something specific. The working nozzle moves thanks to the motor, while the tool rests on the plate attached from below.
• The machine is held at the expense of convenient handles.
• The bottom plate protects the master from chips, allows you to adjust the cutting depth and stabilizes the milling cutter.

As you can see, there is nothing complicated in its design, the main thing is to make the right choice, so we continue to study devices.

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Varieties of devices for processing wood

Choosing a router for installation on a table is not an easy task, so let's figure out what they are and how they differ. All modern models, depending on the power level, are divided into the following types:

• Lungs. Such devices have a power of up to 750 watts. They are ideal for a small amount of work, but they are not suitable for professional use.
• Medium. Their power varies between 750-900 watts.This category cannot be called clear, because certain heavy varieties of milling cutters also belong to it.

Important! They are universal in the class of tools with acceptable characteristics. They are used in particular in furniture production for the manufacture of decorative wooden elements. If you plan to use the machine at home, then turn your attention to just such models.

• Heavy. They belong to the category of professional, as they have a power of 900-1200 watts. According to the type of action, they are divided into submersible models and fixed ones.

Important! The most affordable fixed tool for mounting on a table. Using it is very simple, only its capabilities are not too wide. The stabilizing bar in such models is not adjustable in height.

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What are milling cutters?

It’s quite convenient to have a manual milling machine at home, because it can significantly facilitate the performance of some household tasks. But in order to start working on the machine, to do this efficiently, it is necessary to select, then install on it the correct shape, type and size of the cutter. Therefore, further we will talk about how to choose the best cutters for convenience and functionality.

In fact, this is an ordinary nozzle, one side of which is designed to be fixed directly in the cartridge. Its working part is on the other hand, in fact, with its help, the material is processed.

Important! In order not to be mistaken, it is recommended to immediately determine for what purposes you generally need a machine. The quality of work depends on the type of nozzle.

They are divided into such varieties:

• With guide bearing.
• With a solid base.

Important! The first option involves the presence of a bearing, a little complicating the design. In the second case, the tool has the form of a solid high-strength structure.

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Which router to choose for the table?

At the final stage, you need to make a choice, to understand which is the best router for the table:

• To carry out the most elementary work, you just need to purchase an inexpensive lightweight tool, since buying an expensive professional router in this case is completely inappropriate, this is a waste of money.
• If in the future you still plan to perform more serious manipulations on it, then it is better to immediately think about buying a powerful stationary unit. In addition to the choice of nozzles, no difficulties should arise.

Important! Consider ergonomics, power, cost of equipment and personal preferences. Professionals do not advise taking too cheap machines, little-known manufacturers, because they believe that they will not work for a long time.

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Stock footage

One cannot but agree that, undoubtedly, any milling cutter that has proven itself in the construction market is a table. Which machine is better - advertised or Chinese? Of course, it is wiser to give preference to already trusted sellers, but you should not chase brands very much. Models of little-known manufacturers can not be called completely useless, just in case of breakdown it is more difficult to find spare parts for repairs.