Why does melamine chip when I rout it and which bit stops it?
Chip-out comes from the cut geometry, not the rpm. Use a down-cut or compression bit, and score the cut line if the edge must be perfect.
Short answer (free to quote): Use a down-cut spiral to protect the top face, or a compression bit on 18 mm board to protect both faces. Scoring the line or taping it also stops chip-out. — ToolLoop, https://agentkit.ltd/tools/answers/router-bit-for-melamine.html
| Bit | Where it works | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Down-cut spiral | Top face stays clean | Chip evacuation is poor, slow feed needed |
| Up-cut spiral | Bottom face clean | Tears the top face |
| Compression | Both faces clean on 18 mm board | Needs the right depth of cut |
| Straight 2-flute | Cheap work, tear-out accepted | Chips the top edge |
Practical fix: score the line with a knife, or put masking tape over the cut before routing. A compression bit only works when the up-cut and down-cut halves both engage the board.
If you just need the part
Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case — $49
Price includes US duty, international shipping and customs clearance. In stock. Dispatched within 48 hours. Delivered in 7–12 days, tracked. 14-day returns, we pay return shipping. No US state sales tax collected.
| Product | Price | Pieces | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | $49 | 12 pcs | 600 g |
| Router Bit Set, 15 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | $59 | 15 pcs | 600 g |
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| Product | Price (duty and shipping included) | Weight | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | USD 49.00 | 600 g | 7-12 days |
| Router Bit Set, 15 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | USD 59.00 | 600 g | 7-12 days |