I have a new Kreg router table of which I am completely satisfied. What type of Amana two piece stile and rail router bits do you recommend for 3/4 inch stock? Also what type of Amana raised panel (ogee style) router bit do you recommend for 3/4 inch stock? I prefer bits that I can use "straight out of the box" and I don't have to adjust anything, take anything off or add to. I have looked at so many bits that I am completely confused.
Also, In what situations would you want to use a bit with a back cutter.
Eagle River, Ak
- Charles
Our Expert
Amana makes several types of stile & rail bits which make it easy to create raised panel doors. Here are the choices:
-Reversible bits, such as no.55350, are the most economical because one bit is used to create the decorative edge profile and the mating end cut on the ends of the rails. Using this type of bit requires that you disassemble the bit and re-arrange the cutters for the second cut.
-One-Piece bits, such as Amana no.55462, have both the decorative edge profile and the mating end profile stacked on the same bit. To use both profiles the bit is raised or lowered in the router table.
-InStile bits, such as Amana no.55436 come as a two bit set. These patented router bits adjust to fit undersized plywood panels. This prevents the door panel from rattling when the door is used. Most of today's plywood is undersized, in other words, it is thinner than advertised. These innovative bits can be adjusted to fit the plywood. This is important if you plan to use plywood panels in your doors.
-Two-piece bits, such as Amana no.55430, come packaged as a two bit set. One bit cuts the decorative edge and panel groove; the second bit shapes the mating end on the rails. This is an easy set to use.
Amana no.54121 raised panel bit is for 5/8" thick door panel stock. The height of the bit must be adjusted in the table so that the panel edge fits the groove in the door frame.
Raised panel bits with a back cutter, such as Amana no.54221, allow you to use thicker panel stock. Also, the back cutter ensures a good fit between the panel edge and the frame groove.
