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Woodworking Router Bit
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 15pc Tungsten Carbide Woodworking 1 4 ROUTER BIT SET  US $15.96
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 66 pc 1 4 Carbide Tip Router Bit Set Woodworking Tools US $75.99
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 45 PC WOODWORKING DRILL ROUTER BITS FORSTENER HOLE SAWS US $39.99
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 50 PC 1 4 ROUTER BITS CARBIDE TIPPED WOODWORKING TOOLS US $44.99
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 35 pc 1 4 Carbide Tip Router Bit Set Woodworking Tools US $39.99
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 15pc Carbide ROUTER BIT SET for woodworking craftsman US $15.99
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 FREUD PROFESSIONAL WOODWORKING ROUTER BIT SET 99 280 US $70.00
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 Bosch Router Bit Cove edge Molding Woodworking 1 4 New US $5.95
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 Bosch Router Bit Keyhole Jointing Cabinetry Woodworking US $9.50
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what can i use as a woodworking router substitute?
fixed base routers are friggin expensive, so i was wondering if i could use a drill attachment or something else that is reasonably priced to work with router bits.
Drill presses typically won't generate high enough RPMs to cut effectively with a router bit. The low end on a router is usually around 16000 RPM, whereas the top end on a Drill Press is about 3000 RPM. It may cut, but the cut will be very choppy, prone to chipping and would need lots of sanding.
If all you need is a simple way to create radiused edges and chamfers, you may be able to get away with a basic radius plane such as the one below. They're simple, durable and a pleasure to use:
http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=5320&filter=edging%20tool
If you're looking for more flexibility but don't necessarily need lots of horsepower, an inexpensive palm router may fit the bill. These are likewise a pleasure to use, lightweight and quiet. Since they only require one hand, there is no need to clamp the work down, just hold it with your other hand. Here's one model that has earned good reviews:
http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=16819
Hope this helps, and happy woodworking!