Using a manual milling machine, wood, some other materials are processed. The tool is similar to stationary samples, but more compact. In addition to performing basic carpentry operations: turning, trimming - allows you to form complex ornaments, patterns on a given plane.
Milling boards, cutting skirting boards does not require special skills in carpentry. Manufacturers have introduced technologies that ensure reliability and product safety.
Benefits
Manual equipment suitable for milling small parts.
The devices are compact, cheaper than stationary counterparts. Consume little energy, easy to use.
Design features
Many manual milling machines resemble a drilling machine (drill), understaffed nozzles, a stabilizing element.
The engine is hidden behind a metal or plastic case. More affordable tools are made from durable polymer materials. Aluminum housing provides heat dissipation from the engine. The cutting element is mounted on a chuck or miniature spindle analog coming out of the motor. For ease of use, reliable retention of the machine is equipped with handles.
An electric drive drives the cutter. The number of revolutions and cutting speed depend on its power. Therefore, when choosing a unit, you must pay attention to the parameters specified by the manufacturer.
Manual milling machines are associated with a certain risk in operation. To protect some samples, a chip discharge plate is installed. This part also regulates the depth of cut, stabilizes the unit. The device of manual wood milling machines is quite simple.
Varieties
Before buying equipment, you need to familiarize yourself with its types, understand the features.
Power
Depending on the power of the product, household milling machines can be:
- light
- medium
- heavy.
Models with a maximum power of 750 W are considered light. The second category includes samples with a power range of 750–900 watts. This is the most common equipment in everyday life: it is universal, convenient to use. With it, you can assemble furniture, complement it with decorative elements. Heavy-duty manual wood milling machines have a power of 900–1200 watts. More powerful units exist, but they are not suitable for home use.
Principle of operation
Milling machines can be static (fixed) and submersible. The former are cheaper, but they have less functionality. These units may not have a stabilizing bar, and if there is one, adjustment of the element in height is not possible.
Submersible router allows you to perform more complex processes with high accuracy. An example is the Interskol router. With its help, it is possible to profile molded products, make a groove for connecting parts, create a hole for installing accessories.
Cutting element
The mill is the main element. The result of the work depends on its variety. May be with:
- solid base
- guide bearing.
In the first case, milling is carried out using a solid high-strength nozzle. The guide bearing changes the properties of the cutter. The choice depends on the processing of the workpiece. A high-quality manual filler milling cutter is necessary when assembling cabinet furniture, the edge milling cutter will help to form a neat edge, the lamellar will make narrow grooves.
Model Overview
When choosing equipment, you need to focus on the specifics of the work performed. On this basis, purchase an aggregate.
Bosch
Household milling machines of the vertical type allow for a variety of wood processing, create decorative elements. Differ in high accuracy concerning the set cutting parameters thanks to adjustment of turns and the course. For convenience, the tool provides illumination of the working area.
Price - from 5 800 p.
Makita
Makita power tools have good technical data and are convenient in design. The rubberized handle allows you to hold the unit securely. There are additional functions: recess control, backlight, a transparent base that improves visibility. You can adjust the speed mode.
Price - from 4 000 p.
Festool
Festool hand milling machines can be versatile and narrowly targeted. The edge is neat, the grooves are accurate due to the maximum traction. Manual adjustment of profile cutters is carried out quickly due to the removable base plate.
Price - from 31 900 p.
"Fiolent"
The manual mill “Fiolent” allows you to process hard wood. It is convenient to use: it can be controlled with one hand. The case is made of aluminum alloy, removes heat. If necessary, milling is carried out with the connection of a household vacuum cleaner.
Price - from 2 800 p.
Interskol
The unit has a good set. It controls the immersion depth with an aluminum stop. Electronic speed control is provided. Fine tuning is possible by the upper flywheel.
Price - from 2 500 p.