Freud 56-112 Slotting Cutter, Carbide, 1/4 In. Kerf, 2 In. Diameter

The Freud 56-112 is a precision slotting cutter designed for routing accurate slots and grooves in woodworking and joinery applications. With its carbide construction and three-wing design, this router bit excels at creating consistent, clean cuts for T-moldings, spline joints, tongue-and-groove joints, and similar assembly work. Whether you're working with hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, or composite materials, this cutter delivers the precision and durability needed for professional-quality results.

This slotting cutter solves the challenge of producing uniform slots quickly and efficiently. The heat-treated body and computer-balanced design minimize vibration, ensuring smooth operation and precise cuts even under high-use conditions. The 1/4-inch kerf width and 2-inch diameter make it ideal for medium-sized workpieces, while the generous 9/16-inch maximum cutting depth accommodates robust joinery applications.

Features and Benefits

• TiCo Hi-Density Carbide: Provides long-lasting sharpness and delivers smooth, clean cuts across all material types, maintaining edge performance even during extended use.
• Three-Wing Design: The efficient three-wing cutter geometry provides balanced cutting forces for fast material removal with minimal resistance, resulting in accurate, vibration-free operation.
• Heat-Treated Body: Engineered for strength and durability, with computer balancing to eliminate vibration and ensure consistent, precise results.
• Versatile Applications: Perfect for routing slots and grooves for T-moldings, spline joints, tongue-and-groove joints, and numerous other joinery and decorative woodworking projects.
• Deep Cutting Capacity: Allows cutting depths up to 9/16 inch, enabling robust slots suitable for stronger joints and more demanding applications.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Model: 56-112
• Diameter: 2 inches
• Kerf Width: 1/4 inch
• Number of Wings: 3
• Material: Carbide (TiCo Hi-Density)
• Maximum Cutting Depth: 9/16 inch
• Shank: 1/4 inch
• Compatible with Freud slotted cutting arbor No. 60-100 and bearing No. 62-108 (sold separately)

Safety and Use

• Required Accessories: Must be used with a Freud No. 60-100 slotted cutting arbor (for 1/4-inch shanks) or No. 60-102 (for 1/2-inch shanks) and Freud bearing No. 62-108, sold separately.