Is this the correct collet for a 1/8 bit

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Can I use this in the 22002 to reduce the collect to accept an 1/8in bit?

Amana Tool - RB-115 High Precision Steel Router Collet Reducer 1/2 Overall Dia x 1/8 Inne https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ECCQ0BU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_txhkFbQ9FBXBS

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That one you have will work. I uses these, but they require it to be really tight to hold.

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You can use it. For the Maslow it should be OK. Just keep collet and reducer clean.

FYI, on professional high-end cnc, the use of reducers it debated. Some see a potential risk of damage due to unbalance, others use them. Due to the low feed-rates and rather low RPM with the Maslow, I don’t see much risk. If there is an unbalance, the cut thickness will be slightly larger, or the bit will break.
Kind regards, Gero

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Yes you can (as long as your current collet is 1/2" inner diameter)

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3 slots is better then 2 :+1:

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I use a 1/2" shaft with a 1/4" collet with the 1/4" adapter to 1/8" with a 2 flute upcut. If collet is not tight enough, the bit will slide and then it snaps and that isn’t any fun. Only broke 1 of the 10 bits I have and several have been used up, so it is working.

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Awesome. Thanks for all the advise guys.