1/4" Shank Carbide Compression Flush Trim Router Bits – 1/2" Cutting Diameter
Features:
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Durable Carbide Construction: Tungsten carbide cutting edges bonded to a hardened steel shank provide excellent wear resistance and long-lasting sharpness, even in demanding applications.
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Compression Cutting Geometry: The up-cut/down-cut spiral design produces cleaner cuts on both faces of the workpiece, reducing tear-out while improving chip evacuation and minimising heat build-up.
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Guide Bearings: Available with either a top-mounted bearing or dual top and bottom bearings for accurate flush trimming. Suitable for both handheld and table-mounted routers with a 1/4" collet.
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Wide Material Compatibility: Suitable for MDF, melamine, particleboard, plywood, laminates, veneers, hardwoods, and softwoods.
Important Usage Information:
- Designed primarily for flush trimming and template-guided cutting operations.
- For best results when cutting internal openings, remove the majority of the waste material first using a suitable saw or router bit.
- Leave a small amount of material for the flush trim bit to remove during the final pass.
- Where material removal is required, make multiple shallow passes rather than a single full-depth cut.
- Ensure the router bit is securely fitted in the correct collet and operated at an appropriate speed for the application.
Specifications:
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Shank Diameter: 1/4" (6.35 mm)
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Cutting Diameter: 1/2" (12.7 mm)
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Material: Tungsten Carbide & Hardened Steel
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Cutting Style: Compression Flush Trim
Available Options:
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Type 1: Top Bearing – 1/2" (13 mm) Cutting Length
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Type 2: Top Bearing – 1" (26 mm) Cutting Length
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Type 3: Top Bearing – 1-1/4" (32 mm) Cutting Length
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Type 4: Top & Bottom Bearings – 1" (26 mm) Cutting Length
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Type 5: Top & Bottom Bearings – 1-1/4" (32 mm) Cutting Length