Actions

Mortiser: Difference between revisions

From DT Online

(Created Article)
 
(Added Template)
 
(4 intermediate revisions by the same user not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
[[File:Hollow Chisel Mortiser.png|150px|right]]
[[File:Mortiser.png|150px|right|link=http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00L579TWM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B00L579TWM&linkCode=as2&tag=dton06-21]]
[[File:BenchMountedMortiser.png|250px|right]]
[[File:BenchMountedMortiser.png|250px|right|link=http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00UNJRDV2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B00UNJRDV2&linkCode=as2&tag=dton06-21]]
__TOC__


=====Description=====


The [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortiser '''Hollow Chisel Mortiser'''] was invented in 1874 by the twin brothers Robert and Ralph Greenlee, founders of the [http://www.greenlee.com/about-us/historypage.html Greenlee Company]. Both floor-mounted and bench-mouned models are available.
The [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortiser '''Hollow Chisel Mortiser'''] was invented in 1874 by the twin brothers Robert and Ralph Greenlee, founders of the [http://www.greenlee.com/about-us/historypage.html Greenlee Company]. Both floor-mounted and bench-mouned models are available.


=====Features and Applications=====


The square chisels used are sharpened square tubes inside which an '''[[Auger Bits|Auger Bit]]''' revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the workpiece. Although this can be quite slow for production work, the hollow chisel is easy to change when different size mortises are needed making them ideal for small scale furniture production.
The square chisels used are sharpened square tubes inside which an '''[[Auger Bits|Auger Bit]]''' revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the workpiece. Although this can be quite slow for production work, the hollow chisel is easy to change when different size mortises are needed making them ideal for small scale furniture production.
Line 14: Line 19:
An alternative for heavier work is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortiser#Chain_mortiser '''Chain Mortiser'''] but the mortise they cut can have rough edges where the chain exits the mortise so they are not suitable for fine furniture making. They are similar in operation to a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chainsaw '''Chain Saw'''] and not recommended for use in schools.
An alternative for heavier work is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortiser#Chain_mortiser '''Chain Mortiser'''] but the mortise they cut can have rough edges where the chain exits the mortise so they are not suitable for fine furniture making. They are similar in operation to a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chainsaw '''Chain Saw'''] and not recommended for use in schools.


 
----
<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''
<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''
Many '''[[Mortice and Tenon]]''' joints in furniture production today are probably cut by a '''[[CNC Router]]'''. The evidence of this can be seen if the mortice has rounded ends.
Many '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint|Mortise and Tenon]]''' joints in furniture production today are probably cut by a '''[[CNC Router]]'''. The evidence of this can be seen if the mortice has rounded ends.</span>
----
----
</span>
 
{{Mortiser Buyers Guide}}
 
 
[[Category:Machine Tools]]
[[Category:Bench Top Equipment]]

Latest revision as of 18:35, 17 August 2016

Mortiser.png
BenchMountedMortiser.png


Description

The Hollow Chisel Mortiser was invented in 1874 by the twin brothers Robert and Ralph Greenlee, founders of the Greenlee Company. Both floor-mounted and bench-mouned models are available.


Features and Applications

The square chisels used are sharpened square tubes inside which an Auger Bit revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the workpiece. Although this can be quite slow for production work, the hollow chisel is easy to change when different size mortises are needed making them ideal for small scale furniture production.


A Mortising Attachment can usually be fitted to a Drill Press and for occasional use by an individual, this avoids the cost of an additional machine. The cutting tool (i.e. the Auger Bit) is almost completely enclosed within the hollow chisel making them relatively safe to use.


An alternative for heavier work is a Chain Mortiser but the mortise they cut can have rough edges where the chain exits the mortise so they are not suitable for fine furniture making. They are similar in operation to a Chain Saw and not recommended for use in schools.


Note: Many Mortise and Tenon joints in furniture production today are probably cut by a CNC Router. The evidence of this can be seen if the mortice has rounded ends.


DT Online Buyers' Guide
Table Saw Table Saw Blades Bandsaw Bandsaw Blades Woodturning Lathe Woodturning Tools Planer Thicknesser Bench Morticer CNC Router Shop Vac
Table Saw Table Saw Blades Bandsaw Bandsaw Blades Woodturning Lathe Woodturning Tools Planer Thcknesser Bench Morticer CNC Router Shop Vac