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| Author: | Dave-SKG [ Tue Sep 19, 2006 12:18 pm ] |
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Can anyone tell me the advantages of having a variable speed router vs. fixed. I am looking at the P.C. 7518 and 7519. Both are 31/2hp why or on which woods would I use a slower speed? TIA |
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| Author: | Louis Freilicher [ Tue Sep 19, 2006 1:28 pm ] |
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I always use mine set for fast with the LMI pattern routing but in a router table. The slower speeds would be needed for larger diameter molding and raised panel bits. A larger bit diameter means that the bit is moving faster at the cutting edge thus the need for speed reduction at the motor. Hope this helps. Louis |
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| Author: | crazymanmichael [ Tue Sep 19, 2006 1:53 pm ] |
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slower speed also required when doing aluminium, plastics, etc. |
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| Author: | Dave-SKG [ Wed Sep 20, 2006 12:18 am ] |
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Thanks guys! |
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| Author: | Louis Freilicher [ Wed Sep 20, 2006 9:58 am ] |
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You're welcome Dave. BTW I love my PC7518. It's mounted in a home build router table and it has worked like a champ. Louis |
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| Author: | npalen [ Wed Sep 20, 2006 12:00 pm ] |
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Dave Variable speed is for when the kids are sleeping. Nelson |
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| Author: | Phil Marino [ Wed Sep 20, 2006 3:08 pm ] |
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One reason for running a router slower is to reduce burning. Some woods - cherry, for example - burn easily if you move the router too slowly when making a cut. If you run the router bit slower, you can move the router slower also, without burning the wood. Phil |
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