The WL-1433S Plantation Shutter Router Bit or WL-2055 Plantation Shutter Set from Woodline USA is a carbide-tipped bit designed specifically for crafting louvers in plantation shutters. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
🛠️ Product Highlights
- Profile: Creates the classic convex louver shape used in plantation shutters.
- Cut Dimensions: Approximately 1-3/8" diameter with a 1-5/8" cutting length.
- Shank Size: 1/2" shank for stability and compatibility with most routers.
- Material: Carbide-tipped for durability and clean cuts in hardwoods and softwoods.
- Versatility: While optimized for 3.5" slats, it can also be used to make 2.5" and 3" slats.
🧰 Extras & Support
- Comes with a free pin and tensioner kit to help you get started.
- Additional kits available with 50 shutter pins and 4 tension bushings.
- Detailed instructions are provided, including tensioning techniques and jig setup.
If you're planning to build custom shutters, this bit is a solid choice for achieving professional-looking louvers. Carbide tipped.
Find complete instructions as seen in Handy Magazine HERE.
PLANTATION SHUTTER ROUTER BIT
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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Question on the 5 piece Plantation Shutter Router Bit Set, WL-2055, specifically the one bit for louver slats...what size slats is this bit for? Is the bit for 2.5 inch, 3 inch, or 3.5 inches wide slats?
Instructions on the website are for making 3.5" slats, but you are able to make 2.5" and 3" slats with this bit.
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What size shank does the bit have
1/2" shank
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How do you tension the slats?
Here's a link to our instructions:
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0804/2313/files/Plantation_Shutters.pdf?11309179820706095696
Take a look at page 14 and photo #10 as referenced.
