Router bit speed & depth for 3/4" by 1/4" dado in MDF

Dec 30, 2005 2 Replies

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DSNail 20 years ago

I have read different (and conflicting) information. PC 895 router with Whiteside double fluted 3/4" bit. Material is MDF and depth is

1/4". What would you recommend for router speed? What would you recommend for depth (i.e. number of passes)? Thanks.

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David 20 years ago

full speed; one pass.

here's a link with a chart:

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pat 20 years ago

New cutter for that material & router, 1/4"/pass ok at max RPM. Want max life from that cutter? Use a plunger; take an 1/8th/pass.

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