Freud 16-100 Carbide Mortising Router Bit, 1/2 In. X 2 In.

The Freud 16-100 is a 1/2-inch diameter mortising router bit with a 2-flute carbide construction. This bit is designed for mortises, dadoes, and hinge slots, delivering clean cuts for woodworking tasks. It features a deep center gullet for maximum material removal without chip loading, making it ideal for use with templates when setting butt hinges.

This carbide mortising bit cuts all composition materials, plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods, making it suitable for both solid wood and sheet goods. The 2-flute carbide design offers high precision and durability. It is compatible with CNC and automatic routers, as well as handheld and table-mounted portable routers, providing flexibility for various shop setups.

Features and Benefits

• 2-Flute Carbide Construction: Offers high precision and durability for clean, accurate cuts.
• Deep Center Gullet: Enables maximum material removal without chip loading.
• Perma-SHIELD Coating: Guards against chip adhesion.
• Versatile Material Compatibility: Cuts composition materials, plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods.
• Multiple Router Compatibility: Works with CNC and automatic routers, handheld routers, and table-mounted routers.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Model: 16-100
• Cutter Diameter: 1/2 inch
• Shank Diameter: 1/4 inch
• Overall Length: 2 inches
• Number of Flutes/Cutters: 2
• Material: Carbide with Perma-SHIELD coating

How to Use

Use this bit on CNC machines and other automatic routers, as well as handheld and table-mounted portable routers. It is particularly effective when used with templates for setting butt hinges and creating mortises and dadoes.