Do not use smaller bits since they tend to get hot and soon aluminum shavings clog up their blades then ultimately stop cutting.
Router bit for aluminum.
Router cutters are available in a range of shank sizes through.
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The pilot location is reversed when using the bit with a router table.
You need to use 3 8 inch wide cut.
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Bottom pilot bits trim material from an upper layer of the workpiece so that it is flush with the layer below.
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Aluminum spiral solid carbide router bits by amana tool feature outstanding longevity a tendency to stay sharper mirror like carbide finish excellent carbide brazing a broad selection of sizes and most importantly quality of cut.
In addition to flush trimming they can be used to cut along a template placed below the workpiece.
The ideal router bits to work on aluminum are straight bits and carbide tipped.