Makita MT360 User Manual

Router

MODEL MT360

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DOUBLE
INSULATION

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING:

For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model MT360

Collet chuck capacity 12 mm or 1/2”

Plunge capacity 0 - 60 mm

No load speed (min-1)

Overall height 300 mm

Net weight 5.5 Kg

Safety class

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change
without notice.

• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES ENA100-1

WARNING:

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in

electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the
warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery
operated (cordless) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Wor k area

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and

dark areas invite accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos-

pheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

3. Keep children and bystanders away while oper-

ating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to

lose control.

Electrical safety

4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

reduce risk of electric shock.

5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-

tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the

risk of electric shock.

7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords

increase the risk of electric shock.

8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

Person al safety

9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A

moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.

10. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec­tion. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal inju­ries.

11. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is
in the off position before plugging in. Carrying

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power tools with your finger on the switch or plug­ging in power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.

12. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left

attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal­ance at all times. This enables better control of the

power tool in unexpected situations.

14. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery

or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

15. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of

these devices can reduce dust related hazards.

Power tool use and care

16. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct

power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.

17. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.

18. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,

or storing power tools. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.

19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil­dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the

hands of untrained users.

20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type of
power tool, taking into account the working con­ditions and the work to be performed. Use of the

power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

23. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power

tool is maintained.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES ENB033-2

1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Con-

tact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts
of the tool “live” and shock the operator.

2. Wear hearing protection during extended period
of operation.

3. Handle the bits very carefully.

4. Check the bit carefully for cracks or damage

before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
bit immediately.

5. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.

6. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.

7. Keep hands away from rotating parts.

8. Make sure the bit is not contacting the work-

piece before the switch is turned on.

9. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let
it run for a while. Watch for vibration or wob­bling that could indicate improperly installed bit.

10. Be careful of the bit rotating direction and the
feed direction.

11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.

12. Always switch off and wait for the bit to come to
a complete stop before removing the tool from
workpiece.

13. Do not touch the bit immediately after opera­tion; it may be extremely hot and could burn
your skin.

14. Always lead the power supply cord away from
the tool towards the rear.

15. Do not smear the tool base carelessly with thin­ner, gasoline, oil or the like. They may cause
cracks in the tool base.

16. Draw attention to the need to use cutters of the
correct shank diameter and which are suitable
for the speed of the tool.

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION

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2

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1. Nylon nut

2. Stopper pole

3. Fast-feed button

4. Adjusting hex bolt

5. Stopper

6. Lock lever

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CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
adjusting or checking function on the tool.

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Adjusting the depth of cut

Place the tool on a flat surface. Loosen the lock lever and lower the tool body
until the bit just touches the flat surface. Press the lock lever down to lock the
tool body. While pressing the fast-feed button, move the stopper pole up or
down until the desired depth of cut is obtained. Minute depth adjustments can
be obtained by turning the stopper pole (1.5 mm per turn).

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CAUTION:

• The depth of cut should not be more than 20 mm at a pass when cutting
grooves. For extra-deep grooving operations, make two or three passes
with progres-sively deeper bit settings.

Nylon nut

For tool without the knob

The upper limit of the tool body can be adjusted by turning the nylon nut. Do
not lower the nylon nut too low. The bit will protrude dangerously.

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For tool with the knob

By turning the knob, the upper limit of the tool body can be adjusted. When the
tip of the bit is retracted more than required in relation to the base plate sur­face, turn the knob to lower the upper limit. Do not lower the knob toolow. The
bit will protrude dangerously.

1. Knob

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2

3

1. Stopper pole

2. Chip deflector

3. Stopper

4. Adjusting hex bolt

5. Hex nut

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Stopper block

As the rotary stopper has three adjusting hex bolts, you can easily obtain three
different depths of cut without readjusting the stopper pole. To adjust the hex
bolts, loosen the hex nuts on them and turn the hex bolts. After obtaining the
desired position, tighten the hex nuts to secure the hex bolts.

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5

5

1. Switch lever

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Switch action

CAUTION:

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• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the tool is switched
off.

• Make sure that the shaft lock is released before the switch is turned on.

To start the tool, move the switch lever to the I position. To stop the tool, move
the switch lever to the O position.

ASSEMBLY

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1. Shaft lock

2. Wrench

3. Bit

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
carrying out any work on the tool.

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Installing or removing the bit

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2

CAUTION:

• Install the bit securely. Always use only the wrench provided with the
tool. A loose or overtightened bit can be dangerous.

• Do not tighten the collet nut without inserting a bit or install small shank
bits without using a collet sleeve. Either can lead to breakage of the
collet cone.

Insert the bit all the way into the collet cone. Press the shaft lock to keep the
shaft stationary and use the wrench to tighten the collet nut securely. When
using router bits with smaller shank diameter, first insert the appropriate collet
sleeve into the collet cone, then install the bit as described above.
To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.

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OPERATION

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1. Chip deflector

2

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1. Feed direction

2. Bit revolving direction

3. Workpiece

4. Straight guide

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CAUTION:

• Before operation, always make sure that the tool body automatically rises
to the upper limit and the bit does not protrude from the tool base when
the lock lever is loosened.

• Before operation, always make sure that the chip deflector is installed
properly.

Set the tool base on the workpiece to be cut without the bit making any con­tact. Then turn the tool on and wait until the bit attains full speed. Lower the
tool body and move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping the
tool base flush and advancing smoothly until the cutting is complete.

When doing edge cutting, the workpiece surface should be on the left side of
the bit in the feed direction.

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2

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3

1. Workpiece 2. Bit revolving direction

3. View from the top of the tool 4. Feed direction

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NOTE:

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• Moving the tool forward too fast may cause a poor quality of cut, or
damage to the bit or motor. Moving the tool forward too slowly may burn
and mar the cut. The proper feed rate will depend on the bit size, the kind
of workpiece and depth of cut. Before beginning the cut on the actual
workpiece, it is advisable to make a sample cut on a piece of scrap

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lumber. This will show exactly how the cut will look as well as enable you
to check dimensions.

• When using the straight guide or the trimmer guide, be sure to install it
on the right side in the feed direction. This will help to keep it flush with
the side of the workpiece.

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1. Straight guide

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Straight guide

The straight guide is effectively used for straight cuts when chamfering or
grooving.

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Install the straight guide on the guide holder with the thumb screw (B). Insert

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the guide holder into the holes in the tool base and tighten the thumb screw
(A). To adjust the distance between the bit and the straight guide, loosen the

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2

3

thumb screw (B) and turn the fine adjusting screw (1.5 mm per turn). At the
desired distance, tighten the thumb screw (B) to secure the straight guide in
place.

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1. Wing bolt (A)

2. Guide holder

3. Fine adjusting screw

4. Wing bolt (B)

5. Straight guide

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2

55 mm

3

1. More than 15 mm

2. Straight guide

3. Wood

3

5

55 mm

1

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Wider straight guide of desired dimensions may be made by using the conven­ient holes in the guide to bolt on extra pieces of wood.

When using a large diameter bit, attach pieces of wood to the straight guide
which have a thickness of more than 15 mm to prevent the bit from striking the
straight guide.

When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide flush with the side of the
workpiece.

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Templet guide

The templet guide provides a sleeve through which the bit passes, allowing
use of the tool with templet patterns.

To install the templet guide, loosen the screws on the tool base, insert the tem-

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plet guide and then tighten the screws.

1. Templet guide

2. Screw

3. Base plate

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3
4

5

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1. Bit

2. Base

3. Templet

4. Workpiece

5. Distance (X)

6. Outside diameter of the templet
guide

7. Templet guide

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1. Trimmer guide

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2
3

Secure the templet to the workpiece. Place the tool on the templet and move
the tool with the templet guide sliding along the side of the templet.

NOTE:

• The workpiece will be cut a slightly different size from the templet. Allow
for the distance (X) between the bit and the outside of the templet guide.
The distance (X) can be calculated by using the following equation:
Distance (X) = (outside diameter of the templet guide - bit diameter) / 2

Trimmer guide

Trimming, curved cuts in veneers for furniture and the like can be done easily
with the trimmer guide. The guide roller rides the curve and assures a fine cut.

Install the trimmer guide on the guide holder with the thumb screw (B). Insert
the guide holder into the holes in the tool base and tighten the thumb screw
(A). To adjust the distance between the bit and the trimmer guide, loosen the
thumb screw (B) and turn the fine adjusting screw (1.5 mm per turn). When
adjusting the guide roller up or down, loosen the thumb screw (C). After adjust­ing, tighten all the thumb screws securely.

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5

1. Wing bolt (A)

2. Guide holder

3. Fine adjusting screw

4. Wing bolt (B)

5. Wing bolt (C)

6. Giuide rollar

7. Trimmer guide

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7

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1. Bit

2. Guide roller

1. Pan head screw

2. Dust cover

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When cutting, move the tool with the guide roller riding the side of the work-

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piece.

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Dust cover (For tool with the knob)

To suit the tool when using in the inverted position with Makita Router Stand.

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2

This accessory prevents sawdust from being drawn through the tool in the
inverted position.
It is not recommended for use in the normal position. However, we do recom­mend its use in the inverted mode.

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Spacer (For tool with the knob)

When operating the tool in the inverted position with the Makita Router Stand,

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3

use the spacer.
The spacer prevents the router bit from dropping in to the chuck when replac­ing the bit.
Install the spacer as shown in the figure.

1. Collet nut

2. Collet cone

3. Spacer

1. Vaccum head

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Dust extraction (Accessory)

Use the vacuum head for dust extraction. To Install the vacuum head, raise the
lock lever on it. Place the vacuum head on the tool base so that its top will be
caught in the hook on the tool base. Insert the supports on the vacuum head
into the hooks on the front of the tool base.

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2

1. Suppor t

2. Lock lever

Push down the lock lever onto the tool base.

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Then connect a vacuum cleaner to the vacuum head.
To remove the vacuum head, raise the lock lever. Pull the vacuum head out of

the tool base while holding the supports between thumb and finger.

MAINTENANCE

1. Limit mark

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1. Knob

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

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Replacing carbon brushes

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear
down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the
holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only
identical carbon brushes.

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For tool with the knob

Release the lock lever and remove the knob by turning it counterclockwise.
The compression spring will come out of the knob, so be careful not to lose the
compression spring.

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1. Brush holder cap

2. Screwdriver

Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon

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brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.

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To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other mainte-

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nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Cent­ers, always using Makita replacement parts.

ACCESSORIES

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Router bits

Straight bit

DAL 1L 2

20 6

20E 1/4”

12 12

12E 1/2”

10 12

10E 1/2”

8 8 8 60 25

86

8E 1/4”

66

6E 1/4”

20 12

20E 1/2”

“U”Grooving bit

DAL 1L 2R

12 12

12E 1/2”

66

6E 1/4”

20 50 15

12 60 30

10 60 25

85018

65018

20 60 20

12 55 20 6

660283

C00121

mm

C00122

mm

12

“V”Grooving bit

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20 6

20E 1/4”

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Dovetail bit

15S 8

15SE 3/8”

15L 8

15LE 3/8”

12 8

12E 3/8”

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Drill point flush trimming bit

12 12

12E 1/2”

88

8E 3/8”

66

6E 1/4”

C00123

mm

DAL 1L 2θ

20 50 15 90°

C00124

mm

DAL 1L 2θ

14.5 55 10 35°

14.5 55 14.5 23°

12 50 9 30°

C00125

mm

DAL 1L 2L 3

12 60 20 35

8 602035

6 601828

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Drill point double flush trimming bit

D A L 1L 2L 3L 4

12 12

12 12

88

8E 3/8”

66

6E 1/4”

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mm

12 80 55 20 2512E 1/2”

8 80552025

6 70401214

13

Slotting cutter

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Board-jointing bit

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Corner rounding bit

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DL 1L 2A

612

6E 1/2”

312

3E 1/2”

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 L 3

12

1/2”

12

1/2”

38 27 61 4 20

38 26 61 4 20

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 L 3 H

8R 6

8RE 1/4”

6R 12

6RE 1/2”

4R 6

4RE 1/4”

25948135 8

20850104 6

20845104 4

C00127

mm

55630

55330

C00128

mm

C00129

mm

14

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Chamfering bit

30 12

30E 1/2”

C00130

mm

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 L 3 C

30 20 55 12 20 4

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005128

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30° 6

30° E 1/4”

45° 6

45° E 1/4”

60° 6

60° E 1/4”

Beading bit

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 L 3 R

4R 12

4RE 1/2”

Cove beading bit

4R 6

4RE 1/4”

8R 6

8RE 1/4”

C00131

mm

DAL 1L 2L 3θ

23 46 11 6 30°

20 50 13 5 45°

20 49 14 2 60°

C00132

mm

30 20 55 12 20 4

C00133

mm

DAL 1L 2R

20 43 8 4

25 48 13 8

005130

Ball bearing flush trimming bit

10 6

10E 1/4”

C00134

mm

DAL 1L 2

10 50 20

15

Ball bearing corner rounding bit

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16

1E 1/4”

26

2E 1/4”

Ball bearing chamfering bit

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45° 6

45° E1/4”

60° 6

60° E1/4”

Ball bearing beading bit

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D A 1A 2A 3L 1L 2L 3 R

26

2E 1/4”

36

3E 1/4”

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Ball bearing cove beading bit

D A 1A 2A 3A 4L 1 L 2 L 3 R

26

2E 1/4”

36

3E 1/4”

C00135

mm

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 L 3 R

1583773.53

21 8 40 10 3.5 6

C00136

mm

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 θ

26 8 42 12 45°

20 8 41 11 60°

C00137

mm

2012840105.54

2612842124.57

C00138

mm

20 18 12 8 40 10 5.5 3

26 22 12 8 42 12 5 5

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Ball bearing roman ogee bit

26

2E 1/4”

36

3E 1/4”

C00139

mm

D A 1 A 2 L 1 L 2 L 3 R1 R2

20 8 40 10 4.5 2.5 4.5

26 8 42 12 4.5 3 6

16

Double ball bearing round corner bit

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D A 1 A 2 A 3 L 1 L 2 L 3 R

3R 12

3RE 1/2”

C00140

mm

35 27 19 70 11 3.5 3

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Memo

18

Memo

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