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Old 02-20-07, 09:46 PM   #28 (Link)
FlashJim
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Re: Recommended router bits to start out?


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Bob_99 wrote: View Post
I've never routed on MDF. Does it really chew up the bits?

Bob
Man made composites such as MDF and particle board have resin bond glue that is wicked bad for HSS bits and blades. Even micro grain/solid carbide bits dull quicker with MDF than with hardwoods.

http://www.design-technology.org/mdf.htm


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