What’s the advantage of a 3/8 or 1/2″ flush trimming bit over a 1/4 if you’re only taking off about 1/16″ (trimming the top edge banding off a desk top)? Is 1/4 adequate? Thanks, Todd
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One advantage is the speed of the cutting edge. Same rpm, longer distance to travel = greater speed. Sorry, no clue on if there is a better or worse for the 16th you have to cut.
Don
For that light a cut it really should make no difference. If one were using thicker stock, deflection becomes a concern and a heavier bit is then advantageous.
Jeff
I don't know all the reasons for it, and really, the reasons don't matter, but.......I get the best trimming with my biggest flush trimmer and it is about 1- 1/8" in diameter. So, I suggest that the bigger you can use, the better you will like it.
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