If your blades and bits are clean, they cut more effectively and that translates to better quality results. Simple routine maintenance can save you a lot of time and money. After a light coat is applied, I use a paper towel to buff it into the surface. This aerosol dry lubricant is very easy to apply.
In order to help the blades cut cleanly and also prevent rust buildup, we need to lubricate and protect the metal. The cleaning process no only removes the pitch and resin, but also any beneficial oils that were previously lubricating the tooling surface. Since water likes to hang out in the little nooks and crannies, I like to blow dry the blades and bit just to make sure they are bone dry. Once clean, I like to rince the blades and bits with water, followed by a thorough wipe-down with a dry paper towel. For saw blades, I like to do the same soak method only using a wide shallow plastic bowl. Take care not to work the sharp edges too much, not only for safety but to avoid unnecessarily dulling the bit. After the soak period I use paper towels, acid brushes, and scotch brite pads depending on how much scrubbing power I need.
More stubborn pitch and resin may require a longer soak. I then drop the router bit into the liquid and let it sit for at least five minutes. Cleaningįor router bits, I like to use a small plastic cup to hold the concentrated cleaner. In a pinch, I have used soapy water with good results. There are plenty of more caustic cleaners and degreasers out there but I don’t find that the extra cleaning power is necessary nor is it fun to work with. I have also heard of folks having good luck with another cleaning product called Simple Green. I don’t know exactly what it’s made of but it has a pleasant citrusy smell that is reminiscent of citrus cleaners. The cleaning agent I use is a water-based formula from Rockler called Pitch & Resin Remover. If the buildup isn’t removed, the increased friction and heat will accelerate the dulling of the edge and eventually the blade or bit will be toast. Over time, pitch and resin builds up on cutting surfaces and causes them to cut less effectively. They might just be in desperate need of a good cleaning.
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