Raised Panel Cutter – DS Steel | DIY
Profile cutter for creating raised panels on a stationary table router. Frequently used in the production of solid wood doors (central panel), paneled furniture (cabinet fronts, drawers, interior doors with decorative panels). Available in two model positioning variants – above the wood or below the wood – selectable directly from the product page.
| Product Type |
Product TypeProfile cutter for creating floating panels |
| Milling Profile |
Milling ProfileClassic/traditional model – see attached technical drawing |
| Model Positioning Options |
Model Positioning OptionsSelect from menu: above the wood OR below the wood variant |
| Blade Material |
Blade MaterialDS Steel (standard high-speed steel) |
| Outer Diameter (D) |
Outer Diameter (D)160 mm or 200 mm – select from menu |
| Active Working Space |
Active Working SpaceSee attached technical drawing |
| Number of Teeth / Blades |
Number of Teeth / BladesZ4 (4 active, brazed profile inserts) |
| Construction Type |
Construction TypeBrazed inserts with brass alloy (Cu-Zn), resharpenable, without disassembly |
| Bore (d) |
Bore (d)Ø32 mm standard | Ø30 mm – reduction bush not included, purchased separately | Ø35 mm or Ø40 mm available for pre-order |
| Recommended RPM |
Recommended RPM6,000 RPM |
| Estimated Yield |
Estimated YieldUp to 3,000 linear meters in softwood (between sharpening cycles) |
| Package Contents |
Package Contents1 x Cutter (variant selected from menu) |
| Country of Origin |
Country of OriginUkraine |
🚀 PROPERTIES AND PERFORMANCE:
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Robust and Balanced Body: Made from heat-treated steel, the tool body eliminates vibrations, protecting machine bearings and ensuring smooth finishes.
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Professional Z4 Configuration: The 4 active blades evenly distribute the cutting force, allowing for consistent feed without material tear-out, even in knotty areas.
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Resistant Brazing: The inserts are fixed with brass alloy (Cu-Zn), which withstands high torsional forces during deep profiling.
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Resharpenable: The generous tooth profile allows for repeated sharpening, reducing long-term maintenance costs.
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Dual Model Orientation: Choosing the "above" or "below the wood" variant allows adaptation to the type of machine and preferred working method.
💡 How to choose model orientation:
– Above the wood – visually control the profile during milling; recommended for manual work with controlled overhead feed.
– Below the wood – sawdust and chips are thrown directly downwards; the workpiece finish remains protected while sliding on the router table.
⚠️ USAGE LIMITATIONS (DS STEEL):
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Purpose: Recommended exclusively for natural solid wood of soft or medium density.
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Not Recommended for Composites: ❌ NOT recommended for use on particleboard, MDF, HDF, exotic wood, or derived panels with abrasive adhesive!
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Hardwood (oak, beech): DS Steel blade wear is significantly faster than on softwoods — sharpening will be more frequent.
📊 COMPATIBILITY LEVEL BY MATERIAL TYPE (DS STEEL)
Very good: clean cut, pleasant finish, ideal for DIY projects.
Acceptable: good results, with more frequent sharpening.
Rapid blade wear — frequent sharpening increases maintenance costs.
Synthetic binder prematurely wears out the DS Steel blade.
🦺 SAFETY MEASURES IN USE:
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Mandatory protective equipment: safety glasses (against projected chips), mask or respirator (fine wood dust) and ear protection for prolonged work.
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Attention to hands and fingers: always use a feeder/pusher device; do not manually guide the workpiece with hands near the cutter.
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Check the cutter orientation before starting the machine – the "above" and "below the wood" variants are not interchangeable; incorrect mounting produces an incorrect profile.
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Check the cutter's securement on the shaft and the complete tightening of the nut before starting.
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Observe the recommended speed of 6,000 RPM – exceeding it increases the risk of vibrations and blade damage.