A milling machine, also called a milling machine, is a woodworking power tool for curly edging, drilling holes and cutting grooves.
Appointment of different types
Milling machines can be classified according to design features and purpose. The vertical device, also called submersible, is used for all types of milling. Using this unit, you can make holes and grooves of a given depth.
The edging machine, which is known to the consumer as an edging machine, is designed for edge processing and has a narrow purpose. It has negligible power and weight.
The design of the combined device provides for the presence of two bases in the base, one of which is intended for submersible milling of a given depth, while the other is for processing edges.
A milling machine may have a special purpose, among such installations:
The first are also called dowels and are designed for drilling grooves and holes for dowels. The lamellar machine is used for cutting narrow oblong grooves. But for the processing of the laminate, a trimmer is used.
Machine specifications: DeWALT D 26200
This model of the milling cutter is an edge device, which you can buy for 15 500 rubles. The equipment is a professional tool equipped with a 900 W engine with speed control.
The product is used for chamfering surfaces of the following materials:
The model is equipped with depth adjustment and a locking mechanism, which guarantees accuracy. The motor of this edge mill is made of durable and lightweight aluminum, and the base has a convenient shape that simplifies operation.
Among the main characteristics, the presence of the soft start function should be highlighted. The number of revolutions per minute can reach 27,000. The maximum diameter of the cutter is 36 mm. There is equipment backlight.
The collet size is equal to the limit of 6 to 8 mm. The design has the option of maintaining constant speed under load. The working stroke of the cutter is 55 mm. You may be interested in the size of the edge mill. The parameters of this model are 120 x 120 mm. The device comes in a box.
Overview of the milling cutter Bosch POF 1200 AE
This car costs 5,600 rubles. and is a household tool of high performance and quality. The unit for milling is intended:
- Profiles
- edges;
- grooves;
- longitudinal holes.
As materials for the workpieces can be:
- plastic;
- wood;
- light building materials.
This vertical milling machine has a copy milling function. Among the main advantages should be highlighted:
- comfortable work;
- fine tuning;
- milling depth limitation;
- speed adjustment.
You can install the copy sleeve during operation quite simply thanks to the SDS system. The device is protected against overloads, it is equipped with a spindle lock function and has a transparent casing that protects the operator from flying chips.
Specifications
The POF 1200 AE has a 1200 watt motor. The number of revolutions per minute reaches 28,000. The working stroke of the cutter is 55 mm. Maintaining constant revolutions under load in the car is not. She weighs 3.4 kg.
The maximum diameter of the cutter is equivalent to 8 mm. This electric milling machine comes in a box and does not have a backlight. There is also no built-in nozzle for the vacuum cleaner, as well as a soft start.
Overview of the milling cutter brand Felisatti RF12 / 710
An alternative market offer is the Felisatti RF12 / 710 filler router, which is a representative of the professional class. The unit is used in the production of:
- tables;
- cabinet furniture;
- decorative items;
- chairs.
Designed equipment for milling grooves for lamellar joints. The milling machine is powered by a 710 W motor, which accelerates the milling cutter to 18,500 rpm. For quick readjustment, the tool is equipped with a turret.
The operator will be able to adjust the working angle in the range up to 90 °. The diameter of the cutter used reaches 12 mm. The seat is 8 mm. Among the main advantages of this milling machine are the following:
- convenience of work for a long time;
- reliable grip;
- working angle adjustment.
You will be able to work for quite some time thanks to the on / off button, which is locked after being turned on in the “Start” position. You can adjust the working angle using the screw and graduated scale.
One cannot but mention a reliable grip. The machine is equipped with a non-slip additional handle. The advantages should be considered the possibility of making grooves at variable angles, as well as adjustable stops for serial milling.
Specifications
Before purchasing a machine, you should familiarize yourself with its configuration and technical specifications. The Felisatti 136260170 is no exception. It comes in a box, weighs 3.6 kg and does not support constant revolutions under load.
This wood milling machine does not have a smooth start and speed adjustment. The maximum diameter of the cutter used is 12 mm. The manufacturer does not supply the built-in nozzle of the vacuum cleaner either.
Finally
Before going to the store, you must decide what power consumption is suitable in the case of a milling machine. This value can reach 2300 watts, while the minimum parameter is 600 watts. For vertical milling cutters, the working stroke of the cutter reaches 70 mm.
Experts advise to pay attention also to the spindle speed at idle. It can be 34,000 per minute. A rather important feature is the diameter of the shank of the cutter, which is clamped in a collet chuck.
In general, not only wood is subject to manual milling. Without any problems, you can handle: composites, non-ferrous metals, plastic, artificial stone, etc. However, for this you will have to use special equipment. If you want to choose a universal device, then you should prefer a rod movable immersion router. His head moves up and down the guide rods.