Answer
Oct 28, 2024 - 02:14 PM
The main differences between a 3 flute router bit and a single flute router bit are how they cut, how fast they cut, and how they handle soft materials:
Cutting
A single flute router bit cuts faster and with less friction than a 3 flute router bit, but the cut is rougher. A 3 flute router bit can produce smoother cuts and can make 50% more cuts per inch than a standard 2 flute bit.
Speed
A single flute router bit can operate effectively at a wide range of feeds and speeds. The recommended speed for a 3 flute router bit depends on the size of the bit, with smaller bits being able to run at a higher speed.
Soft materials
A single flute router bit is ideal for cutting soft metals like aluminum and brass because it has the best chip ejection and heat dissipation.
Cutting
A single flute router bit cuts faster and with less friction than a 3 flute router bit, but the cut is rougher. A 3 flute router bit can produce smoother cuts and can make 50% more cuts per inch than a standard 2 flute bit.
Speed
A single flute router bit can operate effectively at a wide range of feeds and speeds. The recommended speed for a 3 flute router bit depends on the size of the bit, with smaller bits being able to run at a higher speed.
Soft materials
A single flute router bit is ideal for cutting soft metals like aluminum and brass because it has the best chip ejection and heat dissipation.
