Using a dremel to cut a hinge mortice


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Old 08-02-10, 10:19 AM
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Using a dremel to cut a hinge mortice

Is there a way to use a dremel to cut a hinge mortice? If so what bit/s would I use?
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Old 08-02-10, 10:41 AM
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Yes...but you will need the router head adjustable depth accessory.... (ignore the bits)
Or the fancier more router-like versions...but the one in the pic will work. As to the bit....

A straight cut router bit (654 in the 2nd pic) will work...but for the cost of those you could get a reasonably good set of chisels and do the same job.
 
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Old 08-02-10, 05:05 PM
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Dremel bit question

Thanks so much. My husband did not do such a great job using the chisel, so I'm looking for something that is hopefully easier.
 
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Old 08-02-10, 07:46 PM
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If you have a router Porter Cable makes a pretty nifty jig to cut hinge mortises and IIRC it was not too much money. Got mine at the big orange store.
 
 

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