OF 2200 Two Things That Could be Better

[Owego]

I've experienced two problems with my 2200 recently, they may simply user problems.

1) Bit became loose in collet - twice.  Brand new double flute 3/8" straight bit, 1/4" shank, 4mm deep slot, in maple.
First time it happened I assumed I didn't adequately tighten the bit, but second time made me think something's wrong.  Moved the bit and collect to OF 1400, no problem.  This was the first time I used the 1/4" collect from the 1400 on the 2200, I'm assuming the collect is compatible ?

2) Chip extraction tube clogged when cutting with large profile bit.  While cutting a 45 degree profile (with a 1" face, 3rd pass)  the dust extraction tube clogged.  The whole tube was packed solid.  I use a CT 36 with the large dia hose,  the bag is only 10% full , suction set a max.  Maybe this is just a consequence of having a router that can remove lots of waste in a single pass ? 

 

[Carl Prentiss]

  I was always under the impression they were two distinct and different collets but just double checked and they are both #494463. Think I got that several years ago from a Paul Marcel video. My only other question would be, was there an older style collet for the 1400 as opposed to the one offered now?

 

[tjbnwi]

I've experienced two problems with my 2200 recently, they may simply user problems.

1) Bit became loose in collet - twice.  Brand new double flute 3/8" straight bit, 1/4" shank, 4mm deep slot, in maple.
First time it happened I assumed I didn't adequately tighten the bit, but second time made me think something's wrong.  Moved the bit and collect to OF 1400, no problem.  This was the first time I used the 1/4" collect from the 1400 on the 2200, I'm assuming the collect is compatible ?

2) Chip extraction tube clogged when cutting with large profile bit.  While cutting a 45 degree profile (with a 1" face, 3rd pass)  the dust extraction tube clogged.  The whole tube was packed solid.  I use a CT 36 with the large dia hose,  the bag is only 10% full , suction set a max.  Maybe this is just a consequence of having a router that can remove lots of waste in a single pass ?

I've used the 1/4" collet on my 2200, did not have any problems with it.

I wonder it a longer shard got in the tube to cause the clogging? I've used a panel raising bit, the dust collection worked really well.

Tom

 

[Owego]

I think Tom may be right on  the clogging.  I thought about this last night after sending the post.  For the whole tube get packed, the clog had to be at the top - right at the bend, probably due to a longish piece getting stuck at this turn.

BTW: Charles mentioned Paul Marcel, I used Paul's video suggestion to  set up an outrigger using the guide rods and a stop.  Worked very well.  I've learned more from Paul's videos than any other source.

 

[Cheese]

I wonder it a longer shard got in the tube to cause the clogging? I've used a panel raising bit, the dust collection worked really well.

Ya, the same thing happens when vacuuming up metal/plastic shavings from a lathe or mill. All it takes is one long curl to wedge itself in the hose and the rest just pile up behind it.  [eek]