The objective of this study was to explore the effects of various helix angles of router-bits on cutting resistance, cutting sound pressure level and surface roughness. These router-bits were mounted on computer numerically controlled (CNC) router to mill MDF, hard maple and China-fir with rotational speed of 12000 rpm. The routing depth of 4 mm and the feed speed of 4800 mm/min were fixed during this experiment. It was difficult to have a concrete conclusion on the effects of helix angle on cutting resistance, sound pressure level and surface roughness. However, the helix angle of 2° showed the best results in milling of MDF, and helix angle of 4° recommended for milling of maple and China-fir for their fine surface quality and expected long tool life.