Router Bits For Beginners - Helpful Guide For Wood Signs

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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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@CM_STILL_PLAYING 6 месяцев назад

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

@davidmahoy4478 7 месяцев назад

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

@tshuman59 5 месяцев назад

Great video explaining the sign making bits--thanks

@lucyanneanne5411 5 месяцев назад

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

@johnstrobridge2947 3 года назад

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

@jfinaz99 3 года назад

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.

@olhenrichstudio3849 2 года назад

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.

@michelleviolette308 2 года назад

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 года назад

Glad it helped!

@bobbing4snapples 6 месяцев назад

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.

@SeiGiaMorto 3 года назад

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 года назад

Welcome! Thank you for visiting and the kind words!

@RandyMooney 3 года назад

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 года назад

Thank you so much for watching and the kind words!

@johnnydutcher208 3 года назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed!

@TheChaoticDad 3 года назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

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.

@shastastan1935 3 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@msmirandagirl 4 месяца назад

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?

@surrealism7498 2 года назад

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

@joseguevara184 2 года назад

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.

@andre1987eph 2 года назад

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,

@AllenReinecke 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@DEG1985 3 года назад

Buen video gracias por ser un buen maestro...

@badgrammkate 11 месяцев назад

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

@richarddeluca7745 3 года назад

Very complete and helpful....Thank you!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

Thank you for visiting!

@zinoorr1056 2 года назад

Very helpful.. as a beginner I appreciate it.

@jawadaskari2231 8 месяцев назад

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

@fordguyfordguy 2 года назад

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

@davidboston4574 2 года назад

Amazing video, helped out a lot…

@jdurrant421 8 месяцев назад

Great info. Just getting into wood carving. Thanks

@raelynnreilly6787 3 года назад

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 .

@e.t.preppin7084 2 года назад

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 месяцев назад

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.

@donaldmitchell2146 Год назад

Because of your vidos, I learn alot.

@oarsman514 8 месяцев назад

Very helpful. Thank you!

@margaretporzenheim961 Год назад

Excellent instruction!

@davidcooper5623 Год назад

it is a good help to me thanks so much

@hughtempleton8640 2 года назад

Great video 😀

@erwinerwin1245 2 года назад

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 RU-vid 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.

@stanmashek3085 3 года назад

good video explained very good thank you

@stephendrake6626 2 года назад

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 Месяц назад

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

@denniscollins8206 2 года назад

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

@Jariaful 4 месяца назад

Well well articulated

@losingfreedomisnofunFJB Год назад

Informative thanks

@verapetersen5461 2 года назад

Great tips thank you

@woodworkingbylpi 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@azmike1 3 года назад

Thank you!

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

Thank you for watching! Hope it helped!

@kevinhumphreys6100 Год назад

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

@markopolo5695 Год назад

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

@danielgibson5176 Год назад

Love the veteran sign,

@verapetersen5461 2 года назад

Thanks 😊👍😎

@donaldmitchell2146 Год назад

My 1/4" router, is Ryobi.

@magicmjr Год назад

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?

@TonyGirling 29 дней назад

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.

@mickeykugler2800 Год назад

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

@waynenelson8907 3 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@markgriff9053 3 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@chuckyt9083 2 года назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi 2 года назад

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

@kenjohnson6603 Год назад

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.

@xkiki65x 2 года назад

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 года назад

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

@michaelsfabwork2985 Год назад

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 Год назад

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!

@j.salazar2288 2 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@calvintaylor4089 3 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@Tide3748 7 месяцев назад

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

@jamespage4141 2 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@michelleviolette308 2 года назад

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 года назад

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!

@cindyyoung7919 Год назад

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 Год назад

By variable I meant plunge. Sorry

@edfinoro2152 Год назад

How to make router opening larger for bigger bit

@diegovillar6031 3 года назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

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 года назад

I just puchased same router so thanks for the info!

@johnmcgrath7437 Год назад

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

@e.t.preppin7084 2 года назад

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

@JarvisOutdoors 2 года назад

Great video. What CNC do you use

@woodworkingbylpi 2 года назад

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

@mikelake662 3 года назад

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 года назад

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 года назад

@@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 года назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

@@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!!

@jasonkoch4070 Год назад

What is a modular sectional?

@spencerriddick2160 Год назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi Год назад

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

@johncoonradtjr.5141 3 года назад

Who sharpens the bits

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

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!

@edmc755 2 года назад

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

@woodworkingbylpi 2 года назад

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

@nigtturner 3 года назад

How can you sharpen spiral cutters

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

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

@sajikl4243 3 года назад

Can you give details of your CNC

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

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!

@brucepatz4492 3 года назад

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

@flatlander523 2 года назад

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.

@mikehendrix6558 2 года назад

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

@garykorzelius5930 2 года назад

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.

@gregpesce6432 3 года назад

No safety glasses when using your router?

@woodworkingbylpi 3 года назад

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!

@mikehendrix6558 2 года назад

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

@dgoins6 3 года назад

You had me until you said cnc.

@LivingMyBestLifeIAm 2 года назад

Ditto 👎🏻

@traceurernest2222 2 года назад

Computah and m code hurt tiny brain

@dgoins6 2 года назад

@@traceurernest2222 there's plenty of videos that'll help you learn on RU-vid.

@ticzone34 11 месяцев назад

Exactly... Swipe...

@adgieem1 2 месяца назад

It takes zero woodworker skill to use a cnc.

@timpearn9383 3 года назад

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

@danielgibson5176 Год назад

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

@roberttrull1831 Год назад

Ket have a beer afterwards..

@zappucci 2 месяца назад

Protect those ears!

@cherylbrown8537 Год назад

you wore a mask but NO EYE Protection?

@adgieem1 2 месяца назад

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.

@andylowry8439 Год назад

So long winded

@gilbertboyer9936 2 года назад

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.