Reddit reviews Magnate 2706 Surface Planing (Bottom Cleaning) Router Bit - 2" Cutting Diameter
We found 3 Reddit comments about Magnate 2706 Surface Planing (Bottom Cleaning) Router Bit - 2" Cutting Diameter. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
2-Flute Carbide Tipped; 2" Cutting Diameter; 1/2" Shank Diameter; 15/32" Cutting Length2" Shank Length
I use this bit , it's nice and wide and won't break the bank so if you are roughing down some "less than clean" lumber and get a nick in a tooth it won't leave you crying.
http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/828680/freud-16108-mortising-router-bit-12-sh-114-d-12-cl.aspx
this one is wider but I have to use a custom base I made with a wider opening.
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I purchased the smaller version of this. It does a solid job of flattening. Also makes a good rabbet.
I use a cnc spoilboard bit for the replaceable carbide cutters.
Before that I used this bit and it worked well, but sharpening it all the time got annoying. I've also used this bit before and got really good results but it takes a lot longer with the narrower width.
If you have a lower HP router, stay under 1 1/2" diameter.