The Freud 04-118 is a 5/16-inch carbide straight router bit designed for general stock removal and detailed trim work on a wide variety of materials. This two-flute bit cuts smoothly through hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials, making it a versatile choice for woodworking projects of any scale. It can be used on CNC machines, hand-held routers, and table-mounted routers.
Freud’s proprietary TiCo hi-density carbide construction ensures exceptional durability and extended cutting life, even in demanding applications. The precisely engineered hook and shear angles optimize material removal while producing ultra-smooth finishes. The relieved tip geometry allows for fast and efficient plunge cuts, reducing tool strain and enabling precise entry into your workpiece.
Features and Benefits
- Premium TiCo Carbide Construction: Freud’s proprietary carbide blend resists wear and maintains cutting efficiency under high RPM conditions, delivering extended tool life.
- Precision Hook and Shear Angles: Engineered for fast, efficient cutting and ultra-smooth finishes in every pass.
- Two-Flute Design: The double-flute configuration handles hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composites with equal ease, ideal for grooving, edge-routing, and general-purpose routing tasks.
- Optimized Plunge Geometry: Relieved tip design enables clean plunge cuts with reduced tool strain and precise entry into materials.
- Universal Router Compatibility: Works seamlessly with CNC machines, hand-held routers, and table-mounted routers for professional and hobbyist applications.
Specifications
- Brand: Freud
- Model: 04-118
- Cutter Diameter: 5/16 inch
- Shank Diameter: 1/4 inch
- Overall Length: 2-1/2 inches
- Cutting Length: 1 inch
- Flutes: 2-flute carbide
- Maximum RPM: 24,000
