using a boring bit in 1400?

[redline9k]

ive got an MFT, but want to add a few holes to my other benches.  20mm spiral bits seem hard to come by in the states, so it looks like im either boring a 1/2" hole and using the 2-flute 20mm freud bit to finish size, or its been suggested to use the cmt/amana 20mm boring bit. 

to skip the two-bit process, is it ok to use a boring bit with my 1400 that has a min speed of 10k?  I was under the impression those forstner type bits are not suitable for routers at those speeds?

 

[Cheese]

I originally used the 2-bit process using 2 different sized Zobo Forstner bits...PITA.

I now use a Festool 20 mm hinge location bit in a 1010 or 1400 router. It's specifically deigned to be spun at router speeds.

The larger 35 mm hinge bit that Festool offers is also sweet to use in a router.
https://www.festoolusa.com/accessory/491072---hw-s8-d20#Overview

 

[WillettBarrel]

I'd recommend Festool Hinge Cup Drilling Router Bit, 20mm Dia. (491072). Available stateside. Designed for 1400. Works in hard or soft woods.

Edit: .... Sorry for the redundant post. Was typing the reply up as the other comment came in.

 

[redline9k]

thanks for the info - ordered.

 

[rmhinden]

Regarding the Festool Hinge Cup Drilling Router Bit, 20mm Dia. (491072).

How deep a hole can this make using an OF1010?  I have a maple workbench that I was thinking of adding some 20mm holes for bench dogs.

Bob

 

[WillettBarrel]

The only constraint would be the plunge depth of the OF1010. I found 2-1/4" when searching for that info. (I don't have the 1010 personally)
https://www.festoolownersgroup.com/festool-tools-accessories/of1010-router-plunge-depth-question/

 

[rmhinden]

Thanks, that makes sense.

Bob