Oak Splinter - Router

[Luigi Zanasi]

We just had a long discussion on this. Check out:

[Jim Smith]

Any suggestions on how to eliminate splinter/tearout when routering oak?

[Duane Bozarth]

1. Take partial cut(s) to final depth
2. Make sure bit is (not some cheap pos)...
3. Higher rotational speed may help if it's a small diameter bit
4. Try to control the grain direction in the piece your routing and use straight-grained stock

HTH...

[Will]

[Edwin Pawlowski]

In addition to the other suggestions, sometimes a little climb cut on the back end will be enough to eliminate the tearout when you make the cut in the proper direction. Use care and a very light touch.

[pat]

Short tutorial on tear out at the