I like the euro style trim bits. I use them in a regular router. They have a square block around the bearing so there is no chance of the bearing burning. CMT, Whiteside and others make them. The solid carbide bits are better in a laminate trimmer with the adjustable, separate bearing guide. I don’t do much laminate in place, so I prefer a regular router. Funny, I’m having a coffee right now while my contact sets up.
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When trimming edge banding, use solid carbide with out any lubricant. When trimming edge of top, place ordinary vaseline on edge banding to act as a lubricant ( a big jar from the dollar store will last a life time). Also place some on bit to help prevent cement from sticking to bit. If you are going to use a bearing bit, cover bearing with vaseline for same reason. Clean up residue with mineral spirits, not laquar thinner, as thinner will wick under laminate and break bond. Important thing is to keep trim router moving.
I have a buddy who lubricates by spraying butter-flavored Pam cooking spray; I don't know how effective it is, but whenever he trims laminate, his whole shop smells like buttered popcorn!
-Jazzdogg-
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