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NOrmally, higher frequencies of visible light move slower than the lower frequencies.?
Imagine if this trend were to be reversed, i.e. the higher frequencies moved faster than lower frequencies. how would the rainbow look different.
Well, it would be backwards.
Actually, this is an interesting question. In certain materials this sort of thing does happen. It's called anomalous dispersion. Can't think off my head of a material where this happens in the visible, but optical fiber glass (SMF-28) has anomalous dispersion above 1300nm in the infrared.
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Palla Accent Lamp by Trend $150 The Palla Accent Lamp by Trend Lighting, mixes classic geometric elements and materials to create this boldly attractive design which features stacked Lead Crystal Orbs. Planted and nutured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Palla Accent Lamp by Trend is available with Polished Chrome finish base and White Linen diffuser. The Palla Accent Lamp by Trend provides diffused light. It utilizes one 100 Watt 120 Volt Incandescent lamp (not included). UL Listed. Shipping: 1 Week Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Height 17 in. Shade: Height 10.5 in., Upper Diameter 6 in., Lower Diameter 8.5 in. |
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Linea ReadingLamp by Trend Lighting $250 A minimalist form with maximum task lighting functionality. The Trend Lighting Linea Reading Lamp walks the line between both beautifully with a slim metal stem and arm that can be adjusted as needed to direct the useful--and energy efficient--light housed within. A rocker switch on the stem provides even greater ease of use. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Linea Reading Lamp is available with the following: Details:Metal baseSatin Steel finishRocker switch on stemAdjustable armUL ListedLighting: One 16 Watt 120 Volt Type T4 Fluorescent lamp (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Height Adjustable from 54 In. to 69 In. |
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Cascade Chandelier by Trend Lighting $4500 Create a veritable torrent of light in tall spaces with the Trend Lighting Cascade Chandelier. This contemporary, sparkling spiral is formed out of dozens of dimpled Clear tea glass spheres that are precisely strung along gleaming strands of Polished Chrome. Swirling and dynamic, Cascade has an eye-catching form in any modern setting. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Cascade Chandelier is available with the following: Details:Clear tea glass shadesMetal framePolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopyAdjustable heightElectronic low voltage transformerUL ListedLighting: Fifteen 20 Watt 12 Volt G4 Base Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 65 In., Diameter 25 In., Height 42.5 In. |
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Galaxia Chandelier by Trend Lighting $1250 Like the infinite sparkling glow of a far away galaxy, the Trend Lighting Galaxia Chandelier sheds its otherworldly light. At either end of the asymmetrically arranged bars of the frame, sixteen clear glass spheres orbit around that of the central metal sphere. These globes sparkle ethereally with the light refracted by their spun filament interiors. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Galaxia Chandelier is available with the following: Details:16 Clear glass with Spun Filament shadesMetal frameBrushed Nickel finishRound ceiling canopyField-cuttable suspension cablesLow voltage electronic transformerUL ListedLighting: Sixteen 20 Watt 12 Volt Low voltage G4 Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Height 20.5 In., Diameter 33 In. Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 7 In. |
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Starburst Chandelier by Trend Lighting $1290 A fascinating combination of spun glass and cratered metal, the Trend Lighting Starburst Chandelier is a unique option for the contemporary dining room or entry. The light from the glass globes passes through the inner spun filament, creating a golden glow that reflects and bounces off the dimpled metal accents. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Starburst Chandelier is available with the following: Details:12 Spun Filament glass shadesCratered metallic glass accentsMetal supportsPolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopySuspension cablesLow voltageElectronic transformerUL ListedLighting: Twelve 20 Watt 12 Volt Low voltage G4 Bi-pin Type Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Overall Diameter 32 In., Height 32 In. Ceiling Canopy: Overall Diameter 7 In. |
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Distratto Pendant by Trend Lighting $120 As it name implies, the Trend Lighting Distratto Pendant proves a lovely distraction in modern spaces. Its shade is a sphere of enmeshed metal wire, the strands arranged in a random manner to create a distinctive fractal texture and sparkling play of light. Available in two sizes. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Distratto Pendant is available with the following: Details:Enmeshed metal wire shadeMetal framePolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopyField-cuttable suspension cableUL ListedOptions:Size: Large, or Small.Lighting:Large option utilizes one 100 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamp (not included).Small option utilizes one 75 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamp (not included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Large Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Diameter 12 In. Small Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Diameter 8 In. Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 5 In. |
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Apollo Flushmount by Trend Lighting $290 The Trend Lighting Apollo Flushmount combines simplicity and strength with a heavenly glow, ideal in soft contemporary bedrooms or kitchens. The otherwise plain Pearl glass drum shade is accented by gleaming strips of chromed metal which, in addition to the decorative aspect, enhance the shade's warm light. Three sizes available. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Apollo Flushmount is available with the following: Details:Drum-shaped Pearl glass shadeBottom glass diffuserMetal support and accentsPolished Chrome finishUL ListedOptions:Size: Large, Medium, or Small.Lighting:Large option utilizes three 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Medium option utilizes three 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Small option utilizes two 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Large Fixture: Diameter 18 In., Height 12 In. Small Fixture: Height 9 In., Diameter 14 In. Medium Fixture: Height 9 In., Diameter 18 In. |
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Celestial Pendant by Trend Lighting $790 The Trend Lighting Celestial Pendant has an airy and ethereal presence hovering above a dining room table or in a tall foyer. The soft-looking sphere is actually composed of numerous fine aluminum wires. These silvery wires have the effect of refracting and diffusing the inner lights into a soft, sparkling wash of ambient light. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Celestial Pendant is available with the following: Details:Hand-woven aluminum wire shadeMetal frameBrushed Nickel finishRound ceiling canopyField-cuttable suspension cableLow voltage electronic transformerUL ListedOptions:Size: Large, or Small.Lighting:Large option utilizes twenty 20 Watt 12 Volt G4 Halogen lamps (included).Small option utilizes seven 20 Watt 12 Volt G4 Halogen lamps (included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Large Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Diameter 24 In. Small Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Diameter 18 In. Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 7 In. |
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Scope Pendant by Trend Lighting $90 Clear glass and metal play well in the Trend Lighting Scope Pendant. The interior metal mesh shade creates a structurally unique look as light passes through it and the outer clear glass shade. Features an adjustable height, and the design complements the Scope Linear Suspension. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Scope Pendant is available with the following: Details:Outer cylindrical Clear glass shade Interior metal mesh shadeMetal supportsBrushed Nickel finishRound ceiling canopySuspension cableUL ListedLighting: One 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamp (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Height 11 In. Shade: Overall Diameter 3 In. Ceiling Canopy: Overall Diameter 5 In. |
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Celestial Multi-Light Pendant by Trend Lighting $1270 Otherworldly lighting for modern interiors. The Trend Lighting Celestial Multi-Light Pendant features a spiraling constellation of light made out of ten spherical shades. Each of these fluffy-looking shades are actually made out of hand-woven aluminum wire, the light within reflecting and expanding outward on each Satin Silver-finished strand. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Celestial Multi-Light Pendant is available with the following: Details:10 hand-woven aluminum wire shadesMetal frameSatin Silver finishRound ceiling canopyField-cuttable suspension cablesLow voltage electronic transformerUL ListedLighting: Ten 20 Watt 12 Volt Low voltage G4 Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 102 In., Height 85 In., Diameter 23.5 In. Canopy: Diameter 19.5 In. |
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Snow Multi-Light Pendant by Trend Lighting $1130 Whether it's spring, summer, winter or fall - let it snow with the Trend Lighting Snow Multi-Light Pendant. Featuring 12 hand-woven aluminum strand "bursts", if you will, this unique fixture is a contemporary accent for adding atmosphere and character to the dining area or entryway. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Snow Multi-Light Pendant is available with the following: Details:12 Hand-woven aluminum strand shadesMetal supportsSatin Silver finishRound ceiling canopySuspension cablesLow voltageElectronic transformerUL ListedLighting: Twelve 10 Watt 12 Volt Low voltage G4 Type Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Height 46 In., Width 21.5 In. Ceiling Canopy: Overall Diameter 23.5 In. |
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Orb Multi-Light Pendant by Trend Lighting $730 Spun filament glass globes cluster together and present a cocoon-like look for the contemporary dining room. Warm and inviting, the Trend Lighting Orb Multi-Light Pendant creates unique atmosphere and features an adjustable height. Finished in Brushed Nickel. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Orb Multi-Light Pendant is available with the following: Details:Spun Filament glass shadesMetal supportsBrushed Nickel finishRound ceiling canopySuspension cablesLow voltageElectronic transformerUL ListedOptions:Number of Lights: 15 Lights, or 24 Lights.Lighting:15 Lights option utilizes fifteen 10 Watt 12 Volt G4 Bi-pin Type Low voltage Halogen lamps (included).24 Lights option utilizes twenty-four 10 Watt 12 Volt G4 Bi-pin Type Low voltage Halogen lamps (included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: 24-Light Option: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Width 21 In., Height 25.5 In. Ceiling Canopy: Overall Diameter 7 In. 15-Light Option: Width 17 In., Height 25.5 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In. |
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Pantages Chandelier by Trend Lighting $2100 Named for the historic Los Angeles theater, the Trend Lighting Pantages Chandelier evokes all the glitz and glamour of old Hollywood. It has a lovely shimmering quality courtesy of its specialty hand-woven Clear Braided glass. This highly textural glass is in turn arranged into a ring of fluid, organic waves. Available in two sizes. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Pantages Chandelier is available with the following: Details:Clear Braided glass shadeMetal framePolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopy70" field-cuttable suspension cablesUL ListedOptions:Size: Large, or Small.Lighting:Large option utilizes nine 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Small option utilizes six 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Large Fixture: Diameter 28.5 In., Height 10 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In. Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 6 In. Small Fixture: Diameter 22 In., Height 10 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In. |
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Trapieze Chandelier by Trend Lighting $3550 Modeled after the elegant fixtures that come out of Murano and Venice, the Trend Lighting Trapieze Chandelier features spiraling glass pieces, mysteriously attached to a suspension and magically glowing from within. Available in 3 glass color combinations, this piece is a great option for both the soft contemporary and the more modern dining room or entry. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Trapieze Chandelier is available with the following: Details:Glass shadeMetal supportsPolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopyAdjustable chainUL ListedOptions:Shade: Amber Corkscrew, Amber-Red and White Corkscrew, or White Corkscrew.Lighting: Six 40 Watt 120 Volt Type G9 Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Overall Diameter 28 In., Height 38 In. Shade: Height 28.5 In. Ceiling Canopy: Overall Diameter 5 In. |
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Cassini Chandelier by Trend Lighting $3550 Like the icy plumes of water discovered by the Cassini spacecraft on Saturn's moon, Enceladus, the Trend Lighting Cassini Chandelier features a veritable geyser of Icicle Glass. The impressive cluster of textural, sparkling glass spikes casts an unearthly glow around a space. Available with Amber or Clear Icicle glass or a mix of the two. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Cassini Chandelier is available with the following: Details:Icicle glass shadeMetal framePolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopy42" suspension chainUL ListedOptions:Shade: Amber and Clear Icicle, Amber Icicle, or Clear Icicle.Lighting: Six 40 Watt 120 Volt Type G9 Halogen lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 5 In. Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In., Height 38 In., Diameter 28 In. Shade: Height 30 In. |
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Palla Table Lamp by Trend Lighting $230 The Palla Table Lamp by Trend Lighting, is a dazzling lamp that will add a fresh visual appeal to any room and features stacked Lead Crystal Orbs. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Palla Table Lamp by Trend Lighting is available with Polished Chrome finish base and White Linen diffuser. The Palla Table Lamp by Trend Lighting provides diffused light. It utilizes two 60 Watt 120 Volt Incandescent lamps (not included). UL Listed. Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 Week. Dimensions: Fixture: Overall Height 28.5 in. Shade: Height 9.5 in., Upper Diameter 13 in., Lower Diameter 16 in. |
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Apollo Pendant by Trend Lighting $290 Crisp lines and a warm glow perfect in modern interiors. The Trend Lighting Apollo Pendant features a glistening Pearl glass drum shade accented by bands of chromed metal. These silvery strips enhance the shade's glow as well as provide metallic decoration. Available in three sizes. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Apollo Pendant is available with the following: Details:Drum-shaped Pearl glass shadeBottom glass diffuserMetal framePolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopy3 field-cuttable suspension cablesUL ListedOptions:Size: Large, Medium, or Small.Lighting:Large option utilizes three 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Medium option utilizes three 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Small option utilizes two 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Large Fixture: Height 9 In., Diameter 18 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 80 In. Small Fixture: Diameter 14 In., Height 7.5 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 60 In. Medium Fixture: Height 7.5 In., Diameter 18 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 60 In. |
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Selene Large Flushmount by Trend Lighting $540 In bedrooms, kitchens and other low-ceilinged spaces, the Trend Lighting Selene Large Flushmount casts a truly divine glow. Curved rounds of Sateen White glass are arranged in an overlapping pattern into a generally drum-shaped shade. A bottom diffuser encloses this shade, ensuring a warm wash of ambient light in all directions. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Selene Large Flushmount is available with the following: Details:Sateen White glass shadeBottom diffuserMetal supportsPolished Chrome finishRound ceiling canopyUL ListedLighting: Eight 40 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamps (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Height 10.5 In., Diameter 23 In. Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 10 In. |
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Brella Floor Lamp by Trend Lighting $280 The Trend Lighting Brella Floor Lamp adds airy elegance and shimmering light to modern spaces. It features a dual drum shade of Shantung surrounded by Sheer Snow fabric, an altogether ethereal structure that's made to appear even more so by the delicate-looking metal tripod base. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Brella Floor Lamp is available with the following: Details:Drum-shaped Sheer Snow outer fabric shadeDrum-shaped Shantung inner fabric shadeMetal tripod baseBrushed Nickel finishOn/off switch at shadeUL ListedLighting: One 150 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamp (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Height 61 In., Diameter 18 In. |
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Linea Task Lamp by Trend Lighting $190 The Trend Lighting Linea Task Lamp adds sleek and slim style to contemporary desk tops and other work areas. It features a slender metal arm housing an energy efficient fluorescent bulb. This arm swivels up and down to direct its wash of useful light wherever it's needed. Planted and nurtured in a California basement more than 20 years ago, and founded on the principles of quality and innovation, Trend Lighting has grown to create products to complement a variety of styles, from contemporary to classic traditional. The Trend Lighting Linea Task Lamp is available with the following: Details:Metal baseSatin Steel finishRocker switch on stemAdjustable armUL ListedLighting: One 16 Watt 120 Volt Type T4 Fluorescent lamp (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1 week. Dimensions: Fixture: Height Adjustable from 13.5 In. to 32 In. |
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Trend Routers And Router Cutters
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Routing encompasses a wide range of skills, not just in handling the router itself, but in using it to its best advantage in conjunction with various, guides, jigs and other 'routing devices', as well as the extensive range of router cutters now available. Routing is also about innovation in both the methods and applications to which the router is applied and in the aesthetic and technical design that it is used to create.
The Router Most woodworkers turning to routing have some idea and experience of working with power tools. Most householders will have occasionally used a jigsaw or electric drill and will know that power tools come in a range of power ratings and capacities - the more power you have, the faster and harder you can go about the job - well that's the theory anyway! However, as if you are buying a new car, computer or washing machine, you will still want to know just what to buy to suit you and your pocket. Accordingly, the questions facing the newcomer to routing are most likely to be: How much power do I need?, What collet size do I need?, Do I need variable speed?, Do I need to buy lots of accessories?, Do I need to buy lots of cutters?
Self Assessment! How much power? - This depends on the type of work that you intend to use the router for. If you are cutting dolls house mouldings or trimming veneers or laminates, there is little point in buying a heavy duty router. It will be too heavy and clumsy for the purpose. Conversely, if you are making doors and window frames, you would not be able to remove enough material efficiently without overloading the motor. This would what is routing? The electric router is now accepted, by both amateur and professional woodworkers, as an essential tool for the workshop. cause the cutting speed to drop, resulting in a poor finish and possible premature burn-out of the motor and bearings.
Collet Capacity For many applications the strength of a cutter often depends on the diameter of the cutter shank. The thicker the cutter shank, the more wood you can remove and the deeper you can cut on any one pass, with less risk of the cutter flexing excessively or breaking. Light duty routers are generally supplied with 6.5mm (1/4") collets although some models can be fitted with an optional 8mm collet. The introduction of 8mm shanks has allowed many of the larger diameter cutters to be used in light duty routers, although particular care must be taken when using them and any manufacturers recommendations concerning cutting speed and depth of cut must be closely observed. Most medium and heavy duty routers can be fitted with alternative diameter collets of 6.35mm (1/4"), 9.5mm (3/8"), 12.7mm (1/2") and 8mm diameter, although most are supplied with only 1/4 inch or both 1/4 and 1/2 inch collets. Alternative size collets are available for most makes and models of router. Do remember that small diameter cutter shanks will flex more, with a greater risk of breakage under the increased load from a heavy duty router. Speed & Variable Speed Router spindle speeds are generally given as no-load speeds, that is the speed that the motor spindle is rotating at before the cutter enters the wood. This is generally between 18,000 and 30,000 RPM depending on the power of the router. Light duty routers will have a higher no-load speed to help compensate for their lower power. Most routing operations using cutters up to 25mm diameter, should be carried out at the maximum router speed to achieve optimum cutting efficiency.
Operations involving the use of cutters over 50mm diameter should be carried out at speeds of between 12,000 and 16,000 rpm. Variable speed routers with full wave, load compensated electronics, tend to run smoother and possibly quieter than single speed machines, resulting in reduced bearing wear and eliminating the initial jolt on start-up. They also accommodate the use of large diameter cutters at their recommended safe speed. Aluminium and plastics require routing at lower speeds to reduce overheating or melting, preventing problems such as weld-back, whereby molten waste material re-forms within the cut, or the fusion of waste particles to the cutter. Which Accessories? The few guides and accessories supplied with the router allow you to carry out various basic cutting operations such as edge trimming, moulding, and template work. However, to increase the versatility of your router it is worth considering adding further accessories to your routing workshop. The range of accessories that can be bought, includes router tables, circle and ellipse cutting jigs and decorative carving, lettering and turning attachments. Proprietary jigs and templates are also available for cutting stair-housings, joining laminated worktops and cutting dovetail joints. Alternatively many jigs and templates can be made in the workshop to suit your specific requirements, and jig making accessories, such as levers, knobs, threaded inserts and router mounting plates, are readily available. For the newcomer, the array of routing accessories is often confusing, but one of the first considerations should be an inverted router table to allow the router to be used as a stationary, rather than a hand held machine. A rigid, easily adjustable inverted router table will provide far greater accuracy, ease of use and increased safety for carrying out a wide range of routing operations.
Which Cutters?
For the beginner, it is certainly not worth buying a large selection of cutters until you know exactly which types you will use most frequently or until you are faced with a specific task. Various size straight cutters are always worth having as they serve many more applications than just cutting grooves and rebates. Used with angle guides and stepped fences, they can be used for cutting mitres, edge planing and trimming. An economic solution for the beginner is buy a basic set of cutters such as the Trend starter set. Although not all the cutters will be used as frequently as others, this will provide valuable experience of the basic range, and in selecting the most suitable cutters for specific applications in the future.
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