Router sizing question
 

I am building a computer controlled router and will need to cut through
3/4" pine. If I use a router rather than a spiral saw, what horsepower
rating should I consider? I'd like to cut at 2-3 in/sec. Thanks,
John

Check the Shopbot website. They use a 3.5hp Porter Cable and I seem to
rcall a 3.5" pre sec feed rate as being a good starting point.