Whether you are a woodworking expert or a DIY enthusiast, router bits is an essential tool that you should use in your projects.
Routers are the most versatile tools in woodworking. In addition to having different profile types, tip types, and shank sizes, the material of the router is also an important consideration when choosing a tool. When processing different types of wood, you need to choose routers of different materials to ensure that the project can be completed perfectly.
Here we list 3 basic types of router bit materials, hoping to help you discover the rich potential behind routers of different materials and provide you with a clear guide on how to choose router bits for your work.
从材质上来说, there are four types of CNC router bits: 高速钢 (高速钢), 碳化物 (TCT), 整体硬质合金, 和聚晶金刚石 (聚碳酸酯).
碳化物 (TCT) 铣刀位
The cutting edges of TCT router are made of tungsten carbide, 具有出色的锐度和耐用性. 所以, they do not need regular sharpening. Although TCT CNC router bits are slightly expensive, 它们的维护成本低并且可以提高生产率, making them the preferred material for CNC router bits in woodworking.
Solid Carbide Router Bits
CNC router bits made of solid carbide are more wear-resistant and harder than TCT, but are also more expensive than TCT carbide. Solid carbide router perform better on harder materials such as hardwood, 硬塑料, 和软金属. 然而, the high hardness also has certain disadvantages, 那是, 它们很脆，在操作过程中更容易破裂, 所以使用时需要格外小心.
High Speed Steel (高速钢) 铣刀位
Compared to carbide, the service life is relatively short, and the price is also the cheapest of these materials. HSS router bits need to be sharpened frequently with a diamond grinder. 然而, HSS is heat-resistant and not easy to break. CNC router bits made of HSS are ideal for cutting soft wood and lightweight plastics.
聚晶金刚石 (聚碳酸酯) 铣刀位
PCD router bits are made of diamond particles mixed into a carbide substrate to achieve extreme hardness and wear resistance. CNC router bits made of PCD or PCBN (多晶立方氮化硼) 是切割硬金属的理想选择.
There are several factors to consider when choosing the right CNC router drill bit, but the most critical factor is the matching of the cutting material and the router bit.
The cutting material is very important for choosing the right CNC router drill bit. Different types of CNC drill bits are designed to cut different materials. Choosing the wrong drill bit can lead to poor performance or even damage to the drill bit.
通常, hard materials such as stone or hard metal require CNC drill bits with higher hardness, such as diamond drill bits. While soft materials such as soft wood may require carbide drill bits or HSS drill bits. Here are some suggestions for your reference:
1-HSS drill bits are ideal for soft materials such as soft wood;
2- TCT drill bits or solid carbide drill bits are recommended for hard materials such as hard wood and soft metals;
3- When working with very hard materials such as hard metal, glass or stone, PCD drill bits are recommended.
