Routing System Components

3" Dual-Locking Casters

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Corner Routing Guide Set

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1/4" x 1-1/2" Notching Bit

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3/8" x 1-1/2" Notching Bit

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3/8" Standard Beading Bit

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1/4" x 2" Notching Bit

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3/8" x 2" Notching Bit

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1/4" Standard Beading Bit

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Flush-Trim Bit 1/4" Shank

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Jig & Fixture Bar - 30"

$34.99
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Types Of Wood Router Components
When it comes to woodworking, a router is an essential tool,  capable of creating a wide range of finishes and effects on one's projects. However, to truly harness the full potential of your router, it is essential to have a thorough understanding of the components. Among the key components that every woodworker should be well-versed in are router table inserts, router insert plates, router tabletops, and round edge router bits.

Router Table Inserts
Router table inserts - small and removable plates that fit into the opening of a router table - provide a flat, stable surface for a router to sit on. these inserts come in an array of sizes and shapes, and are typically constructed from durable materials such as aluminum or phenolic. An ideal router table insert should boast a built-in leveling system, enabling the user to make precise adjustments to the height of the router while working.

Router Insert Plates
Router insert plates, similar in function to router table inserts, are designed for use with handheld routers rather than router tables. These plates provide a flat, stable surface for the router to rest on, and can be easily swapped out as needed.

Router Table Tops
The router table top, the surface that sits atop the router table, provides a stable, flat surface for a workpiece to rest on. Some router table tops even feature built-in dust collection systems, which aid in keeping the work area clean and safe.

Router Bits
Router bits - specialized cutting tools used to create workpieces with rounded edges, decorative edges, grooves, dados, inlays, and more - are another essential component of woodworking router. These bits come in a range of sizes and shapes and are typically made of durable materials such as carbide or high-speed steel. Router bits can be used to create an array of finishes and effects, from soft, rounded edges to crisp, precise corners.

 

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