Router Bits For Beginners - Helpful Guide For Wood Signs

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Router Bits For Beginners - Helpful Guide For Wood Signs

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4 жыл бұрын

Just beginning to use a router and need to know what router bits to choose for beginners? With all of the choices out there, like kits you can buy it is confusing. I will walk thru the basic and starting out router bits for carving your wood signs and what you need to know before you buy any router bits saving time and money.
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@davidmahoy4478 7 ай бұрын

Much needed information given for someone who is just getting started doing sign making as a hobby.

@tshuman59 5 ай бұрын

Great video explaining the sign making bits--thanks

@CM_STILL_PLAYING 7 ай бұрын

Great video! I learned a ton! Don’t forget your eye protection.

@johnstrobridge2947 3 жыл бұрын

Just starting out with wood working especially signs. Your video is exactly what i needed to hear. Very informative. Thank you.

@michelleviolette308 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! You're Video has explained so much to me. I have seen so many video's on router and router bits and you have answered ALOT of my questions!! i am now going on a binge watch of all your videos!!!

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@lucyanneanne5411 5 ай бұрын

I am watching this hoping to learn something as I am new to this . I started doing woodwork last year just before my 73 birthday, and why not? Made 2 benches a shoe and boot bench. Also a few rubbish things. I figure I am not to learn. So, I will carry on watching from the Uk. 3:39

@jfinaz99 3 жыл бұрын

Henry, thanks for sharing your years of experience with us. I haven't done any signs yet, but it's now on my list and a few basic tools I'll need to get started. Yep, us boys and our toys; there's always room for one more.

@bobbing4snapples 6 ай бұрын

The bit should be fully inserted into the collet and then backed off just a tiny bit. The idea is to get the cutting surfaces closer to the router for stability and safety. This is more important on smaller router bits, like ¼" and ⅜" The reason for backing it off is because on some collets (mostly older ones) you need to have a little bit of space, to press in on the bit after loosening the nut, to release it. Most newer collets don't require the space. When you loosen the nut and it seems to get tight again, that's doing what pressing the bit in used to do.

@andre1987eph 2 жыл бұрын

The goods are at 22:20 , gentlemen. And yes, we boys do love our toys! Thanks for making this much needed video. It’s a good starting point,

@TonyGirling Ай бұрын

A note on H&S in my shop... i) Router bits should be inserted to the depth of the collet grips - usually 20mm (3/4"). Take the collet apart to see the grip depth. ii) Anybody in my shop not wearing eye protectors when routing is instantly dismissed. iii )Anybody changing a bit without pulling the mains plug or removing the battery is instantly dismissed.

@RandyMooney 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining really well. Too many you tubers in woodworking assume we know a lot (if honest, many of us don’t know a lot), it’s best to go with basics. :)

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and the kind words!

@olhenrichstudio3849 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. As a brand new cnc owner with years of traditional woodworking and computer experience, the bits/feeds and speeds has been the hardest thing for me to understand. This is a very informative video. Thank you.

@davidcooper5623 Жыл бұрын

it is a good help to me thanks so much

@badgrammkate 11 ай бұрын

Learning!! Thank you for the sharpening lesson, it was def needed.

@joseguevara184 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to know about the sharpener. I am starting CNC routering and finally found someone who tells exactly what bits you need for doing lettering. I have like ten possible options and nobody explains exactly what are bits specifically for. A Land of confussion as Phil Collins sings. . Thank you.

@surrealism7498 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video 👍🏼 Thank you so much for your support🙏🏼

@jdurrant421 8 ай бұрын

Great info. Just getting into wood carving. Thanks

@SeiGiaMorto 3 жыл бұрын

Some really great in-depth info, thank you so much for sharing. I am just starting out on routing, this was very useful to me!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Thank you for visiting and the kind words!

@zinoorr1056 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful.. as a beginner I appreciate it.

@donaldmitchell2146 Жыл бұрын

Because of your vidos, I learn alot.

@margaretporzenheim961 Жыл бұрын

Excellent instruction!

@richarddeluca7745 3 жыл бұрын

Very complete and helpful....Thank you!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting!

@e.t.preppin7084 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer placing my bits deeper in the collet but staying away from where the shank flares as it meets the cutter portion of the bit. Still enjoy your videos. I learn something new almost every time I watch a video. Thanks

@mshake5918 6 ай бұрын

Agreed. Problem with only putting it in 1/4" is the shank can break if the bit is not balanced or has side force put on it. Much less likely to happen if it's placed as you say.

@oarsman514 8 ай бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you!

@jawadaskari2231 9 ай бұрын

Such a pleasant personality...such a nice way of explanation. You created an urge in me to make this work shop my actual dwelling where i get preoccupied in creating different woodwork. I wish to see you one day personally. God bless

@shastastan1935 3 жыл бұрын

I really like your style because you take time to fully explain something at a speed that allows for comprehension to sink in. I had ordered a Freud round nose bit to try some sign making. After I watched this video, I cancelled that order and ordered an Amana 60 deg end mill. I have made some furniture and pic frames, but never tried signs. I just got a new Ryobi battery powered router. I still have a Hitachi in a table set up and a PC 100 corded trim router. I do a lot of pen turning now and am mostly sticking to small projects rather than a murphy bed :) I subscribed to this channel. Thanks so much for sharing you experience and knowledge with us. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! I wish you the best in your wood projects! Keep going! Take care and Happy New Year!

@TheChaoticDad 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos! Just starting out in making signs and your channel is just what I was looking for. Thanks!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Thank you for visiting and the kind words! I wish you the best of luck in making your wood signs. I really enjoy making them and hope these videos help you.

@davidboston4574 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video, helped out a lot…

@Jariaful 5 ай бұрын

Well well articulated

@stanmashek3085 3 жыл бұрын

good video explained very good thank you

@AllenReinecke 3 жыл бұрын

I see the common depth setting in the collet, like for your Roman Ogee bit, is insert and pull back 1/16" for the reason of clearance for thermal expansion. Thanks for the video! Came here to see what primary bits I need for signs with my Dewalt Compact router. Got what I needed! 👍👍

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting! I'm so glad it was helpful for you! Best of you luck to you!

@hughtempleton8640 2 жыл бұрын

Great video 😀

@johnnydutcher208 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Educational and exactly the information I was looking for. Thank you!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed!

@verapetersen5461 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips thank you

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@raelynnreilly6787 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful signs. I like to use the ones in the link plus several others like Amana for different orders. I use the handheld router to carve just like a scroll saw plus I do resin inlay pictures. YIYATOO 20pcs 10° 15° 20° 30° 3.175mm Carbide PCB Engraving Bits CNC Router Tool 0.1mm . I like watching fishtank5050 with the end mill bits. The 10 mm is perfect for the stars on my flags .

@losingfreedomisnofunFJB Жыл бұрын

Informative thanks

@azmike1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Hope it helped!

@erwinerwin1245 2 жыл бұрын

I just got a router a few days ago and I was not aware that one could make signs with them. However I had no idea on what bits one would use and as such I went looking on KZfaq for info and found your very informative video. Now I know what bit to use and how much depth or height to set the bits at.. From all of the videos on here on how to insert bit they all have one pushing it all the way in and then lifting it out about an 1/8 of an inch. It looks like you pulled yours out almost have way up the shank and that surprised me as I assumed that is dangerous.

@stephendrake6626 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Just one thing. I've been a toolmaker for over 50 years, and have used collets all that time. Never heard it pronounced the way you do. I think the emphasis is on the first part of word. But I did enjoy your video.

@jt9498 2 ай бұрын

I, too, have never heard it called the way he does. It's COLLet...not collET.

@msmirandagirl 4 ай бұрын

Great video. You convey the information in a clear and concise way and I learned a lot. You'd be a great high school shop teacher. 😊 Do they even have shop classes in high school nowadays?

@denniscollins8206 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video and I’m sure I’ll watch this one again to refresh the memory, I am now looking at CNC machines to improve my workshop, In your eyes what is a good CNC machine? I am a T-12 paraplegic with a small shop for now and outside of my former occupation woodworking has always been a passion of mine, plus this is a good hobby for someone in my position, and pretty good for supplementing the income a little bit, thanks again and I’ll be following this sight

@danielgibson5176 Жыл бұрын

Love the veteran sign,

@DEG1985 3 жыл бұрын

Buen video gracias por ser un buen maestro...

@fordguyfordguy 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video!!! very helpful. (you are pronouncing collett wrong though! sounds like "call it.")

@donaldmitchell2146 Жыл бұрын

My 1/4" router, is Ryobi.

@verapetersen5461 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊👍😎

@markopolo5695 Жыл бұрын

I've been trying to sharpen my bits WRONG 😩 thanks for educating me

@kevinhumphreys6100 Жыл бұрын

Hi enjoy watching your program on router bits. You mention C&C What is a C&C thanks.

@flatlander523 2 жыл бұрын

Respectfully disagree with your 1/4 " in on the shank. Most quality bits have marks on the shank that are at the most 1/4 " from the beginning of the cutter edges, more like 1/8" from the beginning of the cutter. Your collet is ~7/8" long and the bit shaft should be at least protruding out the back end of the collet. At your depth you are gripping with only 2 of the 4 flutes. The router shaft is tapered in and is what squeezes the collet flutes in on the bit shank as you tighten the nut.

@magicmjr Жыл бұрын

Helpful/informative video, thanks. I'm working on a art project (artwork with curves / crevices, and lettering) in tropical hardwood, very hard material. Any recommendation for router bits?

@j.salazar2288 2 жыл бұрын

Hey bud, I am a disabled former LEO. I am going CRAZY having Nothing to do. I am wanting to start making my own signs. I was wondering if u Could give me some info on what router and accessories besides the bits I would need to buy to get me started. If u could help me out, I would Greatly Appreciate it!

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! On my blog I have a lot of information regarding wood sign making and tool information which will help you. If you go over to woodworkingbylpicustom.com you can search various posts. With regard to specifically router and accessories you would suggest the post www.woodworkingbylpicustom.com/what-router-for-signs-making/. It is a great overview of different routers, accessories and general information to help you out. I hope this helps and I wish you the best of luck in your wood sign creation!

@mickeykugler2800 Жыл бұрын

What do I use for just a stright line for military change coins

@chuckyt9083 2 жыл бұрын

What are the three bits called, again? I kept trying to find where you said that at the beginning and…

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your question! Here are the three bits mentioned in the video: Endmill - Amana Tool - 46321 Solid Carbide Spiral Plunge 1/4 Dia x 1-1/4 x 1/4″ Shank Up-Cut VCarve 60 degree - Amana Tool 45624-K SC Spektra Extreme Tool Life Coated V-Groove 60 Deg x 1/4 D x 31/64 CH x 1/4 Inch SHK 3-Flute Router Bit VCarve 90 degree - Amana Tool 45614 Solid Carbide V Groove 90 Deg x 3/8 D x 3/4 CH x 3/8 Inch SHK ZrN Coated Router Bit

@markgriff9053 3 жыл бұрын

I am just starting making signs over here in the UK I am hoping to turn it into a business. If you have any tips , as in what type of signs I should concentrate on first it would be a great help. Thanks great video ..i have subscribed

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

That is great! There are all kinds of ideas for signs you can make. If I may suggest, start with something small and grow. Local businesses and community gatherings are great for starting also. Search for ideas you would like to do and would get you visibility. Another great place to search for ideas would be online, such as Etsy. Search for wood signs and items for ideas to sell. The best advertisement is your clients telling other folks of your great work! Best of luck to you and your wood signs!

@e.t.preppin7084 2 жыл бұрын

One more safety measure I would highly recommend unplugging or removing the battery on your router before changing bits. 😉

@garykorzelius5930 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you mask up, but routers throw a lot of chips, eye protection is required. To not use is to be dangerous, meaning you should NOT be showing newbies how to do anything, because you operate in an unsafe manner.

@Tide3748 7 ай бұрын

Boa noite! Onde comprar dessa broca?. Grato.😉👍

@michaelsfabwork2985 Жыл бұрын

Hi I came across you channel and I am wanting to make a sign. Thank you for youe video and info you put out. Can you tell me what software you use or a software to use for designing the lettering and decorative border. I look forward to watching more videos. Take care and stay safe.

@woodworkingbylpi Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I use VCarve Pro from Vectric for making my designs for the CNC. There are some other options out there you can use, but I have found this software to be the most flexible and easy to use. It is a little pricey but worth the cost. If you search on Vectric they do offer some other software which may be better suited for your budget. Best of luck to you on making your signs!

@waynenelson8907 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video very much. Very informative. But I have a question. I am going to engrave into a 4x4 cedar beam a memorial monument. Just the name and dates. What would be your recommendation for depth and bits to use. Also to paint the letters to be legible??? Your input and help is very appreciative. Thanks in advance.

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting! Test your design on another piece of wood to see if there are any changes your want to make and/or adjust. I would recommend you start with a 1/8 depth to ensure your design is good and then go down to a 1/4 depth. Going slowly with the depth allows for you to look at your work as you go and make adjustments. A 60 degree bit would work very well. As far as paint, I would suggest applying a sanding sealer first. This will keep the paint from bleeding in the wood. Then I would recommend Rust-Oleum black primer and sand off over the lettering. As mentioned before test on a separate piece to ensure it will work as you want. Hope this helps!

@kenjohnson6603 Жыл бұрын

Can you please explain why you ae not wearing EYE and EAR protection. I am sure that there must be a good reason for it.

@jamespage4141 2 жыл бұрын

I’m using router to carve frame for a wooden puzzle. My borders require accurate lines with 1/2 in depth into a 3/4 inch base. Which base do you recommend? Wood like Red Oak or plywood?

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Either would work. I would suggest the wood you use be the look you are going for on the end product. Red Oak would provide a great look!

@edfinoro2152 Жыл бұрын

How to make router opening larger for bigger bit

@xkiki65x 2 жыл бұрын

Henry, awesome video thanks! Where can I get the depth tool? I want one like yours, the ones I see online are a bit confusing.

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! You can get the depth tool over on makeawoodsign website - www.makeawoodsign.com/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=19

@jasonkoch4070 Жыл бұрын

What is a modular sectional?

@cindyyoung7919 Жыл бұрын

I’m wanting to make square holes to set live edge on square table legs frame. First time using router. Lol. But work with live edge wood a lot. The straight bit is what I bought. Ridged 2 hp fixed and variable. I’m pretty confused even as to what I use fixed or variable. Then getting the 4 square holes in. Hope I make sense. Thx

@cindyyoung7919 Жыл бұрын

By variable I meant plunge. Sorry

@johnmcgrath7437 Жыл бұрын

Is that a battery Router. And what maker? And how much cost for this router you have here

@johncoonradtjr.5141 3 жыл бұрын

Who sharpens the bits

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting! A couple of options for you to consider. You can sharpen the bits yourself a little at a time using the tool in the video and description. Or if you want you can go to Dave and Eric's website makeawoodsign(dot)com and look at having them sharpen them for you. The stipulation however there is you must purchase the bits from them. Hope this helps!

@michelleviolette308 3 жыл бұрын

what about carving line bit and profile bits? I see that they are used a lot on carved wood signs. Also what should be the max diameter/lenght straight bit to use on a palm router?

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! The carving liner bit is great and used for extreme detail work and carving (1/4 inch diameter). I have used the carving liner bit, but don't recommend carving very deep with it as you may break the tip. The profile bit (1/4 inch diameter) comes in many different angles on the cutting end, for example, 60 degrees and 90 degrees. I use the 60 degrees for about 99 percent of my cuts. They vary in length 2 1/2 to 3 inches approximately. To the best of my knowledge, a typical palm router will only use a max of 1/4 inch bit (diameter). If you wanted to use a 1/2 inch bit (diameter) you would need a bigger router that has a collet that accepts a 1/2 bit, plus you would need the router with power to use it. Hope this helps!

@calvintaylor4089 3 жыл бұрын

what size 60 degree v- cut bit do you use in the video? New to making wood signs any info would be greatly appreciated?

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

The 60 degree router bit I use is a 1/4 diameter shank. If you want more detail you can see our recommended products page here - www.woodworkingbylpicustom.com/router-bits-top-recommendations/. Let me know if you have any further questions!

@spencerriddick2160 Жыл бұрын

Where do yo get the clear base with the Two handles so you can grip it with both hands

@woodworkingbylpi Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! You can purchase the router base on the Make a Wood Sign website - www.makeawoodsign.com/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=6

@edmc755 2 жыл бұрын

WHAT BIT DO I USE TO MAKE FINGER JOINTS WITH MY ROUTER TABLE AND ROUTER ???

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting! I would recommend a dado bit for your router.

@mikehendrix6558 2 жыл бұрын

The camera pointing toward that bright light is blinding me. Should have pointing camera down just a little so it wouldn't show that bright light hanging

@mikelake662 3 жыл бұрын

I’m thinking of starting sign craving. I’m seriously thinking of getting the Dewalt 600 cordless router but olddaves channel said it wasn’t that good for sign carving due to battery life he suggested the corded 611 granted he did only have a 2 amp battery . I would prefer cordless so what are your thoughts would it be good with a bigger battery or should I get the corded 611? Thank you!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting! I do have both of them and they both are very good routers. With regard to the corded it will carve very well for you and has plenty of power, I have used it for both manual carving and I also use them on my CNC's. With regard to the cordless it does an excellent job as well. Completely agree with Dave on the power however, I mostly use my cordless for edging and minor carving and it does run out of battery life using the standard battery after a while. I have used the bigger batteries 5 AH and the Flexvolt with the cordless with great success and it does last longer. The only concern I would mention is the weight it adds to the top of the router when carving. If you are comfortable using with a little extra weight on the top due to the battery I would recommend the cordless. I hope this helps!

@mikelake662 3 жыл бұрын

@@woodworkingbylpi Awesome!!! I think I’ll try at least a 5amp battery if not a flexvolt. How long do you think the runtime would be then? With one of these batteries make the cordless more appropriate as a go to for sign carving especially because I don’t have a business I just want to do it as a hobby.

@mikelake662 3 жыл бұрын

Or should I just go corded? So I have a general purpose router?

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

@@mikelake662 It really is a personal choice. Your can't go wrong with the corded it will work very well for you and the battery will also considering the battery choice mentioned previously. Best of luck to you in your carvings!!

@diegovillar6031 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, great info thanks! Did you make the router plate or did you buy that?

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting and the kind words! I purchased the router base plate from Dave and Eric at Make A Wood Sign. www.makeawoodsign.com/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=6. They have different types for different brand of routers and also a blank so you can adjust to your own. Hope this helps! Take care

@diegovillar6031 3 жыл бұрын

I just puchased same router so thanks for the info!

@sajikl4243 3 жыл бұрын

Can you give details of your CNC

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting! I use the Shapeoko XXL. It was purchased in 2018 and is I believe the Shapeoko 3. (33" X 33" Carving base, Dewalt DWP611 Router (corded)) The Carbide3d website have the models on their website which are currently available, which is the new Shapeoko 4. I did a review on the CNC in my CNC's videos Part 1 and Part 2, check my other videos for details. Hope this helps!

@JarvisOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. What CNC do you use

@woodworkingbylpi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I use a Shapeoko 3 XXL. I have 2 videos where I go over the Shapeoko part 1 and 2 - "Wood CNC Machine For Beginners" if you want to see more

@brucepatz4492 3 жыл бұрын

I'm trying to make carvings into cherry wood. Basically a rose.

@dgoins6 3 жыл бұрын

You had me until you said cnc.

@LivingMyBestLifeIAm 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto 👎🏻

@traceurernest2222 2 жыл бұрын

Computah and m code hurt tiny brain

@dgoins6 2 жыл бұрын

@@traceurernest2222 there's plenty of videos that'll help you learn on KZfaq.

@ticzone34 11 ай бұрын

Exactly... Swipe...

@adgieem1 2 ай бұрын

It takes zero woodworker skill to use a cnc.

@mikehendrix6558 2 жыл бұрын

You needed to move camera closer. We can't see what you were showing

@nigtturner 3 жыл бұрын

How can you sharpen spiral cutters

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

You can use the same diamond sharpener in the video and sharpen the flat side of both angles on the flute.. hope this helps

@danielgibson5176 Жыл бұрын

you showed us 3 bit's but only showed us two bits in action.

@timpearn9383 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed your video but I wish you would wear eye protection at least on a video.

@gregpesce6432 3 жыл бұрын

No safety glasses when using your router?

@woodworkingbylpi 3 жыл бұрын

You got me! You are are correct, I should have been wearing my safety glasses! I really got into making the video and didn't think at the time. I do wear them and highly recommend wearing them when performing woodworking. Thank you!

@roberttrull1831 2 жыл бұрын

Ket have a beer afterwards..

@adgieem1 2 ай бұрын

You lost me when you did not wear eye protection while using the router. Your showing beginners and not demonstrating best safety practices . Shame on you. No true professional would do such a thing.

@cherylbrown8537 Жыл бұрын

you wore a mask but NO EYE Protection?

@zappucci 2 ай бұрын

Protect those ears!

@gilbertboyer9936 2 жыл бұрын

I am sure that you have interesting things to say, but I am 7 minutes into your video and getting weary of your waffling. You repeat yourself and say a lot without saying anything. Practice before you do a video.