The hollow chisel mortiser , looks like and it’s similar to the drill press power tool , but it makes a more complicated woodworking cutting job .
For sure it’s a tool that helps the most the carpenter to be faster , no matter how experienced he/she is and how capable he’s with his hand tools .
The hollow chisel mortiser is an electric powered machine , which spins internal belts that rotate a spingle which holds 4 – sided chisel having a drill bit inside it , which is used to cut perfect square or rectangular holes , in wood , while it’s penetrating it .
See the best hollow mortiser suggestions , in HERE .
What is a Hollow Chisel Mortiser used for ?
The hollow chisel mortiser is used to drill and cut at the same time and movement wood , in order to shape it – bore it and create perfect square or rectangular holes – mortise , so you won’t have to perfectly flatten the edges with hand chisels .
Can a Drill Press , be used as a Mortiser ?
Yes , you can use it as a hollow chisel mortiser , but after the drill you should use your hand chisels , in order to shape – finish the square or rectangular hole , into a perfect mortise .
If you have the special attachments to customize them to your drill press , you can “tranform” it , to a mortiser tool .
What is the Difference between a Mortiser and a Drill Press ?
The hollow chisel mortiser has the ability to move its entire “head” up and down as one piece and can hold the chisel steady , while the chunk rotates the bit inside it , in order to have total control in a stable position .
The drill press cannot do that . The below video shows exactly what i mean .
What are the advantages of a Hollow Chisel Mortiser ?
The biggest advantage of the hollow chisel mortiser , is that it can create generic holes and square or rectangular mortises in wood , with 100% accuracy and perfection , with totally smooth edges and with total control by the carpenter , throught all the process .
And all the above , very fast and clean from anyone even if he/she , isn’t a very experienced woodworker .
What Speed a hollow chisel mortisel , is best to work ?
Usually if you want to be in total cutting control for all the wood types range , the 1500RPM – 3500RPm , is a nice range for a mortiser .
Is a Hollow Chisel Mortiser worth it ?
Yes , it worths every penny you’ll spend for a fine and capable mortiser power tool , for your mortises and not only .
You’ll be very precise and amazingly comfortable while you’re making your holes , mortises , et.c and you’ll do all that very fast and with no physical effort at all .
The only thing you should be careful is to measure and mark your wood very correctly and adjust your mortiser to your hollowing needs .
See how important is the correct measuring & marking wood , in HERE .
Yes , you can use your hand chisels , drills et.c to make your holes , but the perfection and the finishing of the hollow mortiser will always be a little( or more ) better .
