Mastering the Trim Router: Template Routing & Pattern Bits Guide
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In this episode of "Mastering the Trim Router", we explore the art of Template Routing (also known as Pattern Routing) to duplicate parts perfectly.
I explain four different methods using real-world examples:
1.Using a Template Guide (Guide Bushing)
2.Top Bearing Pattern Bits
3.Flush Trim Bits
4.Double Bearing Pattern Bits
Whether you are building jigs or furniture, mastering these techniques is essential for precision woodworking.
▶Tools used etc. (equivalent)
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・Straight Bit (Cutter: 1/4" / 6mm) (Shank: 1/4" / 8mm) : https://geni.us/6trv
・Spiral Upcut Straight Bit (Cutter: 1/4" / 6mm) (Shank: 1/4" / 8mm) : https://geni.us/upcut
・Top-bearing pattern bit (Cutter: 1/2" / 12mm) (Shank: 1/4" / 8mm) : https://geni.us/tbpb
・Flush Trim Plunge Template with Top Bearing (Cutter: 1/2" / 12.7mm) (Length: 1/4" / 6.35mm) (Shank: 1/4" / 6.35mm) : https://geni.us/ftpt
・Flush Trim Bit (Cutter: 1/2" / 12mm) (Shank: 1/4" / 8mm) : https://geni.us/ftrb
・Double Bearing Flush Trim Bit (Length: 1" / 25mm) (Shank: 1/4" / 8mm) : https://geni.us/dbftb
・Trim Router Makita RT50D(Equivalent) Makita XTR01Z/DRT50Z 18V : https://geni.us/trimrouter18
・Jigsaw Makita JV182D (Equivalent) Makita DJV180Z 18V : https://geni.us/jigsaw18
▶︎ My Go-To Tools & Workshop Setup
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▶Chapters
00:00 Intro / What is Template Routing?
01:08 Routing with a Template Guide (Guide Bushing)
07:18 Top Bearing Pattern Bit
09:49 Flush Trim Bit (Bottom Bearing)
11:11 Double Bearing Pattern Bit
13:05 Template Routing Tips
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