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    Router Bit Glossary(Page)

    Abrasive Routers  These routers are designed to cut abrasive materials such as tile and fiberglass. Sometimes configured in diamond pattern.   Air Cleaner (Air Purifier) A...

    Router Bits(Page)

    How to Choose a Router Bit(Page)

    When choosing a router bit, there are severalthings to consider to get the most value for your money.Here are some tips to choose a quality Router Bit:   Router Bit Shank Size The shank size...

    Inspecting a Router Bit(Page)

    First, just pick the bit up and look at it.  Does it look even and balanced?   Any dings or similar?  Then spin it in your fingers to see if you notice anything.

    How to Use a Router Bit Bearing(Page)

    In this video Carbide Processors President Tom Walz talks about what to look for when using a router bit with a bearing attached.

    Basic Router Bit Profiles(Page)

    Profile router bits are used to shape lumber edges and mouldings, as well as man-made panel edges such as MDF and Solid Surface into a more decorative form. When these bits are used with a hand-held...

    Router Bit Comparison(Page)

    I was sent two router bits to compare.  One is a famous name bit and the other is a bit that claims to be better.   Executive summary:  The less expensive, less famous bit is...

    What are the best CNC router bits?(Post)

    I recently came across a great article that discussed how important tool selection and feed and speed rates are to the final router bit performance when using a CNC router.  So, how do you select the

    Quick Change Router Chuck(Post)

    The Best and Easiest way to change out your router bits! Quick change router chucks offered by Whiteside are the way to go for pain-free, fast change out-out without using the 50+ wrenches you have! T

    Router Bit Failure(Page)

      Problems Numerous holes and voids

    Router Bit Chip Load Chart(Page)

    Please note that you will likely have good results up to .017 chip load.  The optimal chip load is between .007 and .012 and is highlighted in green below.  If there is too little of a chip...

    Conversion Table(Page)

    Converting Metric to Decimal Inches: (mm x .03937 = Decimal Inches) Converting Decimal Inches to Metric: (Decimal Inches / .03937 = mm) MMInchInchMMInchInchMMInchInch

    Carbide Processors – Whiteside Essential Router Bit Set 1/2 Shank(Post)

    Carbide Processors has teamed up with Whiteside Machince Co., better known as Whiteside, to bring you an exclusive new woodworker set! You will not find the Carbide Processors’ Essential Woodworking

    Technical Info(Page)

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    Template Routing(Post)

    Woodworkers that consistently make projects that have curved shapes find template routing extremely valuable. A custom made template can be routed for one certain shape or several different shapes to

    Exceptional Tools, Circular Saws, Saw Blades, Carbide Processors(Post)

      Carbide Processors has exceptional tools for the toughest jobs.  We have been in business since 1981.  Our router bits, carbide parts, brasing woodworking tools, sawbit and  saw blades are some of t

    3 Easy Ways to Cut Mortises(Post)

    Mortise and tenon joints are regarded as one of the toughest types of joinery you can use for your woodworking projects. These joints are often associated with fine furniture making due the critical

    Saw Blade Codes(Page)

    Refer back to the Saw Blade Index for more articles and helpful information on Saw Blades, or shop for

    Custom & Hard-to-Find Tools(Post)

    Need hard to find tooling? Let us help! We are your one stop shop for everything you need no matter how tough to find! CUSTOM router bits, saw blades, carbide tooling, AND MORE! We truly believe in w