Martin, could you open the collet up with a nail set? You know one of these
The collet should have a relief grove in it like this one
Here's where I found the collet pic, maybe you could get something from them, seems they have metric stuff.
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 2:26 pm ] |
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Ive got a Trend T5 router (made in UK) that came with 6.3 and 8mm collets. I tried to fit the Stewmac binding cutter bit (1/4" shank) in the collet but it wont fit.....cutter shank is a fraction too large for the collet. Trend dont seem to supply either imperial collets or 8mm to 1/4" reduction sleeves. Has anyone else had this problem and are there any work arounds? Cheers Martin |
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| Author: | Rod True [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 3:12 pm ] |
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Martin, could you open the collet up with a nail set? You know one of these
The collet should have a relief grove in it like this one
Here's where I found the collet pic, maybe you could get something from them, seems they have metric stuff. |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 4:10 pm ] |
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Thanks for the info Rod. I looked at expanding out the collet but then it wont fit inside the nut that holds collet on the shaft. I'd have to machine out the inside diameter of the collet by about 0.3mm. Ive run the caliper over some cutters and calipered the collet. The collet is 6.0 mm while the 1/4" cutters that wont fit are all 6.3mm. I could get away with using the Trend cutters for most jobs but the binding/purfling cutter and bearings is a special Stewmac cutter kit. Cheers Martin |
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| Author: | Arnt Rian [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 6:12 pm ] |
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I would be interested in hearing if you find a solution here as well, Martin. I have different routers, some with imperial collets and some with metric because of theis, but it would be practical to use some of the 1/4" bits in the metric routers. |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 6:59 pm ] |
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Would anyone using the Stewmac binding cutter and bearing kit care to post name and model of router theyre using? Would be interested to see what routers will accept this cutter. Cheers Martin |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 7:00 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=Arnt] I would be interested in hearing if you find a solution here as well, Martin. I have different routers, some with imperial collets and some with metric because of theis, but it would be practical to use some of the 1/4" bits in the metric routers.[/QUOTE] Arnt could you supply a list of your routers and whether they are metric or imperial? Thanks Martin |
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| Author: | Mattia Valente [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 7:30 pm ] |
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I've got Bosch routers and US Porter Cable's; the PC's came with imperial collets (duh) and I doubt there are any metric ones available for them, but Bosch will sell imperial replacement collets. You've got a Trend, which they do sell in the UK, so it might be worth contacting Axminster.co.uk and seeing if they sell the imperial collets? Also...6.35mm collet? That's a 1/4" collet, methinks. Because the standard size 'round here is 6mm, 8mm or 12mm, all round numbers. |
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| Author: | Arnt Rian [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 7:41 pm ] |
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Hi Martin, the Stewmac binding cutter has a 1/4" shank and should fit in any 1/4" collet. I use it in a Hitachi M6SB trimmer of which I own 2. Along with the Dremel these are my only imperial ones. I have two good 1300W Bosch routers and two smaller (cheap ones, I forget their names) routers all which are metric and have plunge bases. I would like to use the 1/4" binding cutter set in the Bosch, which has 8 and 6 mm collets and lives in a router table. |
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| Author: | Arnt Rian [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 7:48 pm ] |
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Hi Mattia, you have an imperial collet in your Bosch? Where did you get it? |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 7:52 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=Mattia Valente] Also...6.35mm collet? That's a 1/4" collet, methinks. Because the standard size 'round here is 6mm, 8mm or 12mm, all round numbers.[/QUOTE] Mattia, The "1/4" collet on the Trend actually calipers at an ID of 6.0 mm. The Stewmac binder cutting set has a calipered OD of 6.3mm as do all the other "1/4"" cutters I have in the shop. Cheers and thanks for the info on your routers Martin |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 7:58 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=Arnt] Hi Martin, the Stewmac binding cutter has a 1/4" shank and should fit in any 1/4" collet. I use it in a Hitachi M6SB trimmer of which I own 2. Along with the Dremel these are my only imperial ones. I have two good 1300W Bosch routers and two smaller (cheap ones, I forget their names) routers all which are metric and have plunge bases. I would like to use the 1/4" binding cutter set in the Bosch, which has 8 and 6 mm collets and lives in a router table.[/QUOTE] Arnt, does the Stewmac binding cutter fit in the 1300W Bosch router with 6mm collet fitted? Cheers Martin |
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| Author: | Mattia Valente [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 8:45 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=kiwigeo] The "1/4" collet on the Trend actually calipers at an ID of 6.0 mm. The Stewmac binder cutting set has a calipered OD of 6.3mm as do all the other "1/4"" cutters I have in the shop. [/QUOTE] Ah, right. Reason I ask: http://www.axminster.co.uk/recno/14/product-Trend-T5EK-MK2-R outer-19901.htm That states that it comes with a 1/4" collet. email Axminster tech support, ask them if it actually does, and if they've got contact info/can get at a replacement collet in the right size for you. |
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| Author: | Mattia Valente [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 8:48 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=Arnt] Hi Mattia, you have an imperial collet in your Bosch? Where did you get it?[/QUOTE] I've got a GOF 900 ACE (big blue thing, smallest of the pro-series, I'm guessing you have the larger one), and I simply walked into a hardware store (not even the one I bought it at, heck, not even one that stocked Bosch's blue tools) with the manual, and asked them if they could order the 1/4" collet (my router's too small for a 1/2" collet, or I'd have ordered that as well). So I've got the standard 8mm that came with it, and a 1/4" imperial. Alternately, I'd just call Bosch customer services. Remember that the UK still has both metric and imperal collets, so there are EU machines with them out there. |
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| Author: | Arnt Rian [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 9:23 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=kiwigeo] Arnt, does the Stewmac binding cutter fit in the 1300W Bosch router with 6mm collet fitted?[/QUOTE] No, it is too big (don think I haven't tried!) Another thing I will not try again is use a shimmed 6 mm bit in a 1/4" collet. I nearly ruined a guitar with a set up like that once. I have great fear of metal spinning at 30 000 rpm coming lose  .
Thanks Mattia, I'll get in touch with Bosch and see what they can do. Yes, I'm aware that the UK uses both metric and imperial, I got my 230V 1/4" Hitachi's from Axminster tools. I just checked out their web site and they are apparently not available any more. However they have a VERY nice looking Festool trimmer now, it costs a king's ransom, but I bet it would work beautifully in my binding jig, hmmm.... |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Wed Mar 08, 2006 9:42 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=Mattia Valente] Ah, right. Reason I ask: http://www.axminster.co.uk/recno/14/product-Trend-T5EK-MK2-R outer-19901.htm That states that it comes with a 1/4" collet. email Axminster tech support, ask them if it actually does, and if they've got contact info/can get at a replacement collet in the right size for you.[/QUOTE] They say its a "1/4" collet" but its actually a tight 6.0mmm collet. 0.3mm smaller than 1/4" converted to metric (6.3mm) but enough to stop a ^^&%$ 1/4" cutter fitting in the collet. The root of this problem is manufacturers quoting things like "1/4"(6mm)" in their product brochures. Its misleading and leads to the problems Im having.... |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Thu Mar 09, 2006 11:48 am ] |
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Problem solved....I just bought myself a big chunky 1/2" Bosch router. Has a 1/2" to 1/4" collet and evrything fits. Now I just have to explain to the boss why I have as many routers as I do planes. Cheers and thanks for comments and info. Martin |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Fri Mar 10, 2006 2:44 pm ] |
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A final post on this thread.....I opened up the box containing the new Bosch 1/2" router and for some reason theyve supplied two of every accessory. Two fences, two spare 6.35mm collets, two collet spanners etc etc. As a note of interest I was in the local Trend delaers shop this morning and noticed a Trend T3 kit for sale. I checked out the accessories that came with it and yes the darned thing comes with 3 collets....1/4", 6.35mm and 8mm. Unfortunately the collets dont fit the T5. Am puzzled as to why they wouldnt supply a 6.35mm collet for the higher spec T5 router. Cheers Martin |
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| Author: | Martin Turner [ Fri Mar 10, 2006 5:29 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=kiwigeo] [QUOTE=Mattia Valente] Ah, right. Reason I ask: http://www.axminster.co.uk/recno/14/product-Trend-T5EK-MK2-R outer-19901.htm That states that it comes with a 1/4" collet. email Axminster tech support, ask them if it actually does, and if they've got contact info/can get at a replacement collet in the right size for you.[/QUOTE] They say its a "1/4" collet" but its actually a tight 6.0mmm collet. 0.3mm smaller than 1/4" converted to metric (6.3mm) but enough to stop a ^^&%$ 1/4" cutter fitting in the collet. The root of this problem is manufacturers quoting things like "1/4"(6mm)" in their product brochures. Its misleading and leads to the problems Im having.... [/QUOTE] Okay.....Trend market a "1/4" (=6.35mm) and a 6mm collett for the T5. The T5 kit I bought is advertised as coming with a "1/4"" and an 8mm collett. I actually got mine with an 8mm and a 6mm collett. All confusing. |
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| Author: | Colin S [ Fri Mar 10, 2006 9:18 pm ] |
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Martin, Trend's own website here in the UK lists a 1/4" (6.35mm) collet for the T5 router. T5 router It might be worth asking them if it will fit your particular machine as they seem to have updated recently. If it's OK, you can order direct from them, or if you like I could get one and send it on to you, Colin |
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