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I am cutting out wood monogram letters and I am looking for bits that might be more efficient for what I am cutting?
Also, in my pic you see the little bits that pop out, I hover over and hold down the bits from popping out until after cutting I know there has to be
a quick fix for this?
Also where do you suggest making or finding fonts for a router? I have been using a vinyl cutter and vinyl stenciling for years so I am familiar with creating designs
for that format but it’s been a learning curve to cut out on wood.
Based on what I see and read here, I’ll make the following recommendation, which hopefully someone with vastly more experience than I have can verify. First, MDF cuts fuzzy. Second, your depth of cut should be a fraction of your final cut depth. In other words make multiple shallow passes rather than one deep cutting pass.Your router should be set to the lowest speed (1 or 2) and your speed should be about 50 inches per minute, if I remember correctly.
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I recommend a down cut bit. The down cut but pushes into the cut rather than lifting away. It is best for plywood and MDF as it gives a cleaner cut. You can pick up a 1/4" router bit at the hardware store.
It is my “go to” but when working with MDF.
I recommend picking up a 1/8" version for working with the more fancy shapes, thought they are ticker to find. Here is one I got for working with thinner plywood (less than 1/2" think)
