Get two uses out of each insert! Once insert knife show signs of wear you can rotate the insert for a brand new cutting edge, only for the following tool #'s: RC-1141, RC-1142, RC-1102, RC-1030, RC-1034, RC-1140, RC-1147, RC-1100, RC-1028, RC-1103, RC-1105 and RC-1146.
Replacement Torx® Key use #5005
For a perfect miter fold, use 91° #RC-1028 or RC-1028-TG. To miter fold MDF, please purchase optional MDF insert knives shown in table.
Each V Groove router bit comes complete with solid carbide insert knife/knives designed for general purpose use.
Advantages of Solid Carbide Insert CNC Tooling:
- Long lasting insert knives provide superior, smooth quality cuts every time.
- Insert tooling allows for harder grades of carbide.
- Cost effective solution compared to replacing brazed router bits.
Excellent for cutting:
- Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Gold, Silver & Carbon Fiber (Engraving Only)
- Acrylic/Plastic
- Composites
- Composite Decking
- Foam
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- High Pressure Laminate (HPL)
- Laminate
- Melamine
- MDF/HDF
- PVC
- Sign Board
- Solid Surface
- Veneered Plywood
- Wood
- Xanita® Board*
- 20lbs High Density Urethane
*When working with Xanita LightBoard panel (X-board®, X-board® plus) we recommend using MDF knives for better results.
For best finishing results, blow hot air on the cut area while cutting, with a low feed rate of 500-1,000mm/min at RPM 6,000-10,000.
#RC-1104 is suitable for cutting Cristal Plexiglas.
#RC-1049 has a extra-long shank of 2-1/2"
Note: Items with a 1/2" shank do not have a screw/nut at the top of the shank.
Note: *RC-1028-TG is for ThermoGrip® CNC Heat Shrink Tool Holders
Warning:
Before using any insert tool, make sure the set screw is tightened firmly. When replacing a dull insert, first clean the tool and remove all dust prior to inserting the new knife.