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Finger Joint Cutter (Longitudinal) - 55.8 mm | Code C11 | DS Steel

Finger Joint Cutter (Longitudinal) - 55.8 mm | Code C11 | DS Steel

C11H55.8-d35

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Longitudinal Finger Joint Cutter for End Grain – 55.8 mm DS Steel - DIY

Standard Bore (d) Ø35/30 mm
🛠️ Adaptation options: For 30 mm shafts, reduction bushings are used (discount with package!). For 35 mm or 40 mm shafts, we offer the possibility of technical bore enlargement.
Active Cutting Edge Material DS Steel (Calibrated woodworking steel, optimal for DIY projects and economical budgets)
Performance Range DIY Series – The rational solution for moderate or artisanal use
Number / Type of Teeth Z4 (4 pieces) – Profiled teeth industrially brazed with resistant copper alloy (Cu-Zn)
Active Working Space Up to 55.8 mm structural milling height
Minimum Material Thickness Due to teeth across the entire surface, work can start from approx. 10 mm
Outer Diameter (D) According to the exact dimensions indicated in the attached technical drawing
Active Cutting Edge Hardness 58 – 61 HRC
Recommended Speed 6,200 RPM (Optimal balance between feed speed and finish quality)
Execution Guarantee Replaceable profiled inserts – an excellent long-term investment for your workshop
Country of manufacture Ukraine

✨ DYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS AND PERFORMANCE (DIY SERIES)

  • Edge-to-Edge and End Grain Joints: Specifically designed for creating longitudinal finger joints on the ends of wood elements. This method significantly increases the contact surface for adhesive, generating a solid and perfectly flat mechanical bond.
  • Teeth Across the Entire Active Surface: The continuous tooth configuration offers increased versatility. The cutter can process complementary profiles with maximum precision on thin pieces starting from approximately 10 mm up to the maximum thickness of 55.8 mm.
  • Excellent Quality-Price Ratio (DIY Range): The cutting edge structure made of DS Steel alloy is the ideal option for budding workshops, independent craftsmen, or DIY projects. It allows for stable solid wood panels to be produced with a minimal tool acquisition cost.
  • Universal Compatibility: Designed to operate smoothly on various types of professional stationary milling machines (shapers) used in the manufacturing of panels and solid wood structures.

💡 TECHNICAL ADJUSTMENT RECOMMENDATION FOR CRAFTSMEN:

To achieve a perfect counter-profile: For the final joint of the two wood pieces to be perfectly flush (without steps or unevenness on the surface), it is recommended that after milling the first piece, you lower or raise the cutter on the spindle by exactly half a tooth before milling the complementary piece.

⚠️ Usage limitations for this variant (DS Steel - DIY):

❌ NOT recommended for use on chipboard, MDF, HDF, or composite agglomerate materials!

❌ Intended for processing natural softwoods (Spruce, Fir, Pine, Linden, etc.). For hardwoods or intensive industrial use, choose higher cutting edge grades.

📌 The ideal solution for joining panels, countertops, and solid natural wood structures!

🛠️ Professional Selection Guide: DS Steel vs. HSS vs. Carbide

The correct material choice directly influences tooth wear resistance and finish quality depending on the wood species. Consult the comparative table:

Material Processed DS Steel ⭐
(DIY Standard - This cutter) 		HSS M2 Premium ⭐
(6.5% Tungsten / Р6М5) 		T.C.T. Carbide ⭐
(Tungsten Carbide)
Softwood
(Spruce, Fir, Pine, Linden) 		90%
(Good / Economically Optimal)		 ⭐ 100%
(Clean finish, no burns)		 ❌ Risk of burning
(Due to local friction)
Hardwood
(Beech, Oak, Ash) 		40%
(Requires frequent sharpening)		 80%
(Efficient and stable)		 ⭐ 100%
(Maximum structural efficiency)
MDF / Chipboard / HDF / Composite Not recommended Not recommended 100%
(Industrial optimal)
Number of Resharpenings Standard (Normal) Maximum (M2 resharpenable) Limited by brazing
Cutting Edge Material Hardness 58 – 61 HRC 64 – 66 HRC 85 – 92 HRC

✅ Practical conclusions for purchase:

  1. Are you working on standard structures from Spruce, Fir, or Pine? The DS Steel DIY Series configuration in this listing is the smart choice. It offers excellent profiling for extending or joining softwood elements, with a quick return on investment.
  2. Do you have a high workflow or use Beech/Oak? Hardwood will wear standard steel more quickly. For intensive use on hardwoods, we recommend the superior variant with HSS M2 Premium high-speed steel inserts.
  3. Do you need to mill agglomerate derived panels (MDF/Chipboard)? Structural synthetic adhesives will quickly dull steel teeth. For highly abrasive composite materials, the only correct option is the variant with T.C.T. Carbide inserts.
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