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  1. #1
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    Mitre fold realy thick board

    I have need to cut miter fold v groove in 38 mm (1"1/2) thick mdf with melamine outer layer. Reality is that I have CNC with 1.5 kw spindle (ER16 collete) and no room in shop for router table. Existing bits for that large profile are all 1/2 shank size and best I can find for 1/4 shank size is 3/4" or so in depth. So I was thinking to make multiple passes with smaller v bit to achieve same effect. As a newbie I made strategy with 6 passes (see attachment) but I'm not sure is that manageable in real situation and where are pit falls. Or are there some other methods?

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    Re: Mitre fold realy thick board

    That method should work fine.
    But I've always found miterfolding with a router bit to be problematic, as it's difficult to get a consistent thickness, and a clean cut at the tip. Melamine and laminates always seem to chip a little. I have much better results when miter folding veneered panels.
    Gerry

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