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27th March 2017, 02:48 PM #1
Edge banding router bits - opinions needed
I'm thinking of buying a good edge banding router bit set.
The manufacturer doesn't matter so much at the moment (we all have our favourites) but I was thinking about the styles/types there are out there for doing this job.
For example https://www.mlcswoodworking.com/shop...bits8.htm#3382
MCLS has the V style bits and the Y style bits. The V is simple enough, but does anyone have an opinion on which of the two types is preferable/desirable?
Is it right to think that the Y style has more surface area, plus more side-grain for gluing, therefore will lead to a better/longer/stronger join? Is it superior?
This will be used for desks, tables, larger boxes, crates, shelving and cupboards. Materials will be mdf, softwoods and hardwoods, but not melamines or chipboards.
TIA.
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27th March 2017, 07:23 PM #2GOLD MEMBER
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I think the more important thing is not banding with a wide edge that allows increased leverage force on the joint when leaning on a desk/table. The V groove edge on the page you've linked to would be a real worry to me on a table or desk. I could see this being a problem when using solid timber with the grain, chipboard or MDF. From a woodworking, aesthetic viewpoint I'd be surprised if the tounge in groove bit wasn't the popular choice and it would definitely be stronger. I guess you could need that strength on the top of an open box side, you never know it might be bumped by something that is effectively a hammer.
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I wouldn't (and never have) bother with it, just glue your edging to a square edge and trim the excess. The timber will fail long before any glue does.
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28th March 2017, 03:37 PM #4
what Elan said
also, I think the bit you linked to is specifically designed for edging plywood where a well attached edge (and thick face veneer) can mimic solid wood paneling.regards from Alberta, Canada
ian
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