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    Router Bits for Composites

    The sharp cutting edges and flute shapes of these tools are specifically designed to cut through tough composite materials, such as carbon fiber and fiberglass, with minimal resistance. This means less strain on your router and more control when cutting, leading to smooth cuts. They're made of solid carbide for longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than high-speed steel.
    Uncoated Carbide
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style.
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut.
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut.

    Square Cut Style

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style, Diamond-Pattern Flutes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style, Trapezoid Pattern Flutes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Diamond-Pattern Flutes.

    Square Cut Style,

    Diamond-Pattern

    Flutes

    Square Cut Style,

    Trapezoid Pattern

    Flutes

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Diamond-Pattern

    Flutes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Trapezoid Pattern Flutes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Diamond-Pattern Flutes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bits for Composites , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Trapezoid Pattern Flutes.

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Trapezoid Pattern

    Flutes

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Diamond-Pattern

    Flutes

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Trapezoid Pattern

    Flutes

    Square Cut Style—Use bits with a square cut style to cut slots, pockets, and edges.
    Drill/Mill Cut Style—Bits with a drill/mill cut style have a pointed end for easier plunge cuts than bits with a square cut style.
    Plunge Cut—Plunge-cutting bits let you cut directly into the workpiece from above. Other bits are best for operations where the peripheral teeth do most of the work, such as trimming, contouring, and finishing.
    60° Compression Angle—The unique cutting angle and sharp edges slice through difficult material such as aramid. Often used in the aerospace industry to cut wings, rudders, and other structural components. They have upward and downward chip removal—acting similar to scissors, they move chips away from the top and bottom edges of the cut for a smooth finish on both.
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes—Diamond-pattern flutes' small, staggered teeth aggressively cut, yet leave a smooth finish.
    Trapezoid Pattern Flutes—Trapezoid-pattern flutes are like diamond-pattern flutes, but with overlapping cutting edges for an even smoother cut.
    Cutting
    Dia.
    Lg. of
    Cut
    Shank
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    No. of
    Flutes
    For Tool Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Square Cut Style
     
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes
    1/16"3/16"1/8"1 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/32"5/16"1/8"1 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite00000000000
    1/8"7/16"1/8"1 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite00000000000
    3/16"5/8"3/16"2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/16"5/8"1/4"2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    5/16"1"5/16"2 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"2 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
     
    Trapezoid Pattern Flutes
    3/16"1"1/4"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
     
    Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut
     
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes
    1/16"3/16"1/8"1 1/2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/32"5/16"1/8"1 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/8"1/2"1/8"1 1/2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/16"5/8"3/16"2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    5/16"1"5/16"2 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"2 1/2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
     
    Trapezoid Pattern Flutes
    3/16"1"1/4"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
     
    Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut
     
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes
    1/16"3/16"1/8"1 1/2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/32"5/16"1/8"1 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/8"1/2"1/8"1 1/2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/8"1/2"1/8"2"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
    3/16"5/8"3/16"2"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
    3/16"5/8"3/16"2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"1 1/2"1/4"3"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
    5/16"1"5/16"2 1/2"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"2 1/2"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1 1/8"3/8"3"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"CNC MachineFiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1 1/8"1/2"3 1/2"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"2 1/8"1/2"4"CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Graphite, Composite0000000000000
     
    Trapezoid Pattern Flutes
    3/16"1"1/4"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/4"1"1/2"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"Hand Router, Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite000000000000
     
    60° Compression Spiral Flutes with Upward and Downward Chip Removal
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"2Router Table, CNC MachineAramid, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"3/4"3/8"3"2Router Table, CNC MachineAramid, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"2"3/8"4"2Router Table, CNC MachineAramid, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"2Router Table, CNC MachineAramid, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"2"1/2"4"2Router Table, CNC MachineAramid, Composite00000000000000
     

    Router Bit Sets

    Image of ProductInUse. Chamfering Cut Style. Front orientation. Chamfering Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of ProductInUse. Corner Cut Style. Front orientation. Corner-Rounding Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of ProductInUse. Square Cut Style. Front orientation. Square Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of ProductInUse. Flush-Trimming Cut Style. Front orientation. Flush-Trimming Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.

    Chamfering Cut Style

    Corner Cut Style

    Square Cut Style

    Flush-Trimming Cut

    Style

    Image of ProductInUse. Groove Cut Style. Front orientation. Groove Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of ProductInUse. Hinge Mortise Cut Style. Front orientation. Hinge-Mortise Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of ProductInUse. Joining Cut Style. Front orientation. Joining Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of ProductInUse. Panel Groove Cut Style. Front orientation. Panel-Groove Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.

    Groove Cut Style

    Hinge Mortise Cut Style

    Joining Cut Style

    Panel Groove Cut Style

    Image of ProductInUse. Panel Pilot Cut Style. Front orientation. Panel-Pilot Cut Style. Router Bit Sets.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Router Bit Sets.

    Panel Pilot Cut Style

    Keep a variety of router bits on hand to cut grooves, chamfers, and other detailed shapes into wood and plastic. Made of carbide-tipped high-speed steel, these bits provide a longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than standard high-speed steel bits.
    Flush-Trimming Cut Style—Flush-trimming bits cut layers of material flush to one another or make cuts along a template.
    Hinge-Mortise Cut Style—Hinge-mortise bits create large, shallow recesses.
    Joining Cut Style—Joining bits create shapes that fit together in order to form joints.
    Panel-Pilot Cut Style—Panel-pilot bits have a pointed tip that creates starter holes for efficient plunge cutting in wood. To make precise cutouts, use the top of the tip as a pilot and guide the bit along a template placed below the workpiece.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Cut Style
    Includes
    Shank
    Dia.
    For Tool Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Uncoated Carbide-Tipped High-Speed Steel
     
    Multipurpose
    6Chamfering
    Corner Rounding
    Square
    Flush Trimming
    Joining
    One Chamfer Router Bit: 1-5/16" Cutting Diameter
    One Flush-Trimming Router Bit: 3/8" Cutting Diameter
    One Dovetail Router Bit: 1/2" Cutting Diameter
    One Rounded-Corner Bit: 1/4" Cutting Diameter
    Two Square Router Bits: 1/4" and 1/2" Cutting Diameters
    1/4"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite000000000000000
    6SquareSix Square Router Bits: 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", and 3/4" Cutting Diameters1/4"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite0000000000000
    10Chamfering
    Corner Rounding
    Square
    Flush Trimming
    Groove
    Hinge Mortise
    Joining
    One Chamfer Router Bit: 1-5/16" Cutting Diameter
    Two Rounded-Corner Bits: 1/4" and 3/8" Cutting Diameters
    One Flush-Trimming Router Bit: 1/2" Cutting Diameter
    One Rounded-Groove Router Bit: 1/4" Cutting Diameter
    One V-Groove Router Bit: 9/16" Cutting Diameter
    One Hinge-Mortise Router Bit: 1/2" Cutting Diameter
    One Dovetail Router Bit: 1/2" Cutting Diameter
    Two Square Router Bits: 1/4" and 3/4" Cutting Diameters
    1/2"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite00000000000000
    15Chamfering
    Corner Rounding
    Square
    Flush Trimming
    Groove
    Joining
    Two Chamfer Router Bits: 1" and 1-3/8" Cutting Diameters
    Two Rounded-Corner Bits: 1/8" and 1/4" Cutting Diameters
    One Cove Router Bit: 3/8" Cutting Diameter
    Two Flush-Trimming Router Bits: 1/2" and 5/8" Cutting Diameters
    One V-Groove Router Bit: 5/8" Cutting Diameter
    One Dovetail Router Bit: 9/16" Cutting Diameter
    One Roman Ogee Router Bit: 5/32" Cutting Diameter
    One Slotting Router Bit: 1-1/4" Cutting Diameter
    One Tongue-and-Groove Router Bit: 1-1/4" Cutting Diameter
    Three Square Router Bits: 1/4", 1/2", and 5/8" Cutting Diameters
    1/4"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite00000000000000
    30Chamfering
    Corner Rounding
    Square
    Flush Trimming
    Groove
    Hinge Mortise
    Joining
    Panel Pilot
    Two Chamfer Router Bits: 1" and 1-3/8" Cutting Diameters
    One Beaded-Corner Router Bit: 1-1/16" Cutting Diameter
    One Wavy-Corner Router Bit: 1-1/4" Cutting Diameter
    Five Rounded-Corner Router Bits: 1/8", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", and 1/2" Cutting Diameters
    Two Cove Router Bits: 7/8" and 1-1/8" Cutting Diameters
    One Dovetail Router Bit: 9/16" Cutting Diameter
    One Hinge-Mortise Router Bit: 1/2" Cutting Diameter
    One Panel-Pilot Router Bit: 5/16" Cutting Diameter
    Three Flush-Trimming Router Bits: 1/2" and 5/8" Cutting Diameters
    Two Rabbet Router Bits: 1-1/4" Cutting Diameter
    Two Rounded-Groove Router Bits: 1/2" and 3/4" Cutting Diameters
    Two V-Groove Router Bits: 5/8" Cutting Diameter
    Seven Square Router Bits: 5/32", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", and 3/4" Cutting Diameters
    1/4"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite00000000000000
     
    Cabinetmaking
    3Joining
    Panel Groove
    Two Lock Miter Router Bits: 1-5/8" Cutting Diameter
    One Roman Ogee Router Bit: 3-3/8" Cutting Diameter
    1/2"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite00000000000000
     
    Trimming, Edging
    6Chamfering
    Corner Rounding
    Flush Trimming
    Two Chamfer Router Bits: 1" and 1-3/8" Cutting Diameters
    Two Rounded-Corner Bits: 1/8" and 1/4" Cutting Diameters
    Two Flush-Trimming Router Bits: 1/2" and 5/8" Cutting Diameters
    1/4"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite0000000000000
     
    Wood Joining
    2JoiningTwo Lock Miter Router Bits: 1-5/8" Cutting Diameter1/2"Hand Router, Router TableSoftwood, Hardwood, Plastic, Laminate, Composite00000000000000
     

    Trimming Router Bits

    Cut layers of material flush to one another or make cuts along a template.
    Uncoated Carbide
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Trimming Router Bits , Uncoated Carbide, Flush-Trimming Cut Style (Bottom Pilot).
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Trimming Router Bits , Uncoated Carbide, Flush-Trimming Cut Style (Bottom Pilot), Spiral Flutes.

    Flush-Trimming Cut

    Style (Bottom Pilot)

    Flush-Trimming Cut

    Style (Bottom

    Pilot), Spiral

    Flutes

    Use carbide bits for longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than high-speed steel.
    Bottom Pilot—Bottom-pilot bits trim material from an upper layer of the workpiece so that it is flush with the layer below. In addition to flush trimming, they can be used to cut along a template placed below the workpiece.
    Spiral Flutes—Bits with spiral flutes leave a smoother finish than straight-flute bits and make plunge cuts more easily (for plunge-cutting bits).
    Ball Bearing—Ball-bearing pilots guide the bit for accurate cuts and produce less friction than solid pilots for smoother operation.
    Pilot Location—Pilot location describes the position of the pilot when the bit is used for hand routing. The pilot location is reversed when using the bit with a router table.
    Cutting
    Dia.
    Lg. of
    Cut
    Shank
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Router Bit
    Pilot Type
    Ball Bearing
    Pilot Dia.
    No. of
    Flutes
    For Tool Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Flush-Trimming Cut Style (Bottom Pilot)
     
    Spiral Flutes
    1/4"5/8"1/4"2 3/8"Ball Bearing1/4"2Hand Router, Router TableWood, Particleboard, Plywood, Hard Plastic, Soft Plastic, Aluminum, Laminate, Foam, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"3"Ball Bearing1/4"2Hand Router, Router TableWood, Particleboard, Plywood, Hard Plastic, Soft Plastic, Laminate, Foam, Composite000000000000
    1/2"1 1/8"1/2"4"Ball Bearing1/2"2Hand Router, Router TableWood, Particleboard, Plywood, Hard Plastic, Soft Plastic, Laminate, Foam, Composite0000000000000
     
    Uncoated Diamond-Tipped Carbide
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Trimming Router Bits , Uncoated Diamond-Tipped Carbide , Flush-Trimming Cut Style (Bottom Pilot).

    Flush-Trimming Cut

    Style (Bottom Pilot)

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Trimming Router Bits , Uncoated Diamond-Tipped Carbide .
    Use carbide bits for longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than high-speed steel.
    Diamond-tipped carbide bits are for use on aluminum and composites.
    Bottom Pilot—Bottom-pilot bits trim material from an upper layer of the workpiece so that it is flush with the layer below. In addition to flush trimming, they can be used to cut along a template placed below the workpiece.
    Straight Flutes—Bits with straight flutes are for general purpose use. They quickly remove material, leaving a rough finish.
    Ball Bearing—Ball-bearing pilots guide the bit for accurate cuts and produce less friction than solid pilots for smoother operation.
    Pilot Location—Pilot location describes the position of the pilot when the bit is used for hand routing. The pilot location is reversed when using the bit with a router table.
    Cutting
    Dia.
    Lg. of
    Cut
    Shank
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Router Bit
    Pilot Type
    Ball Bearing
    Pilot Dia.
    No. of
    Flutes
    For Tool Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Flush-Trimming Cut Style (Bottom Pilot)
     
    Straight Flutes
    1/2"7/16"1/4"2 5/16"Ball Bearing1/2"2Hand Router, Router TableAluminum, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1"1/4"2 13/16"Ball Bearing1/2"2Hand Router, Router TableAluminum, Fiberglass, Composite0000000000000
     

    Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites

    With a diamond coating, these bits resist wear when used on abrasive materials, making them last about 50 times longer than uncoated bits. Their sharp cutting edges and flute shapes are specifically designed to cut through tough materials such as composites with minimal resistance. This means less strain on your router and more control when cutting, leading to a smooth cut. Bits are made of solid carbide for longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than high-speed steel.
    Diamond-Coated Carbide
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style.
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut.
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut.

    Square Cut Style

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style, Straight Flutes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style, Spiral Flute.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Straight Flutes.

    Square Cut Style

    Straight Flutes

    Square Cut Style

    Spiral Flute

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Straight Flutes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Diamond-Pattern Flutes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, 30° Compression Angle, Herringbone Compression Flute.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Spiral Flute, 45° Compression Angle.

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Diamond-Pattern

    Flutes

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    30° Compression

    Angle, Herringbone

    Compression Flute

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Spiral Flute, 45°

    Compression Angle

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, 60° Compression Angle, Spiral Flute.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Roughed Spiral Flute.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Diamond-Pattern Flutes.

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    60° Compression

    Angle, Spiral

    Flute

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Roughed Spiral Flute

    Square Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Diamond-Pattern

    Flutes

    Square Cut Style—Use bits with a square cut style to cut slots, pockets, and edges.
    Drill/Mill Cut Style—Bits with a drill/mill cut style have a pointed end for easier plunge cuts than square-cut bits.
    Plunge Cut—Plunge-cutting bits let you cut directly into the workpiece from above. Other bits are best for operations where the peripheral teeth do most of the work such as trimming, contouring, and finishing.
    Straight Flutes—Bits with straight flutes are for general purpose use. They quickly remove material, leaving a rough finish.
    Spiral Flute—Bits with spiral flutes leave a smoother finish than straight-flute bits and make plunge cuts more easily (for plunge-cutting bits).
    Roughed Spiral Flute—Nicks on the edges of the spirals reduce the amount of force required to cut through composites, giving you more control as you cut.
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes—Diamond-pattern flutes' small, staggered teeth aggressively cut, yet leave a smooth finish.
    Herringbone Compression Flute—Herringbone-compression flutes have both upward and downward spiral flutes in an alternating pattern. This quickly and effectively clears chips, which prevents overheating and produces clean cuts.
    Upward Chip Removal—Bits with upward chip removal lift chips up for applications that require a smooth finish on the bottom edge of the cut. Securely clamp the workpiece before routing to prevent lifting.
    Upward and Downward Chip Removal—Bits with upward and downward chip removal are also known as compression bits. Acting similar to scissors, they move chips away from the top and bottom edges of the cut for a smooth finish on both. Bits with higher compression angles cut more efficiently than bits with lower compression angles, reducing the amount of force required to cut through your material. They are also more resistant to wear.
    Cutting
    Dia.
    Lg. of
    Cut
    Shank
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    No. of
    Flutes
    For Tool Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Square Cut Style
     
    Straight Flutes
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"10CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"3"14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"1 1/4"1/2"3 1/2"15CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    5/8"1 5/8"5/8"4"15CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    4 mm10 mm6 mm57 mm6CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    6 mm15 mm6 mm65 mm8CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    8 mm20 mm8 mm75 mm10CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    10 mm25 mm10 mm80 mm12CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    12 mm32 mm12 mm93 mm14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
     
    Spiral Flutes with Upward Chip Removal
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"1 1/8"3/8"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"1 1/2"3/8"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1 1/2"1/2"4"14Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"2"1/2"4"14Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
     
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes
    1/8"1/4"1/8"1 1/2"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/16"3/8"3/16"2"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1/2"1/4"2 1/2"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"10Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"10Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1 1/4"1/4"4"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"3/4"3/8"2 1/2"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"1 1/8"3/8"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"1 1/2"3/8"4"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"14Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"2"1/2"4"16Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
     
    Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut
     
    Straight Flutes
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"10CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"1"3/8"3"14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"1 1/4"1/2"3 1/2"15CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    5/8"1 5/8"5/8"4"15CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    4 mm12 mm4 mm55 mm6CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    6 mm18 mm6 mm65 mm8CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    8 mm24 mm8 mm75 mm10CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    10 mm30 mm10 mm80 mm12CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    12 mm36 mm12 mm93 mm14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    16 mm48 mm16 mm108 mm14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
     
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes
    1/4"1"1/4"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"1 1/4"3/8"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"14Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite00000000000000
     
    Square Cut Style—Plunge-Cut
     
    Straight Flutes
    4 mm10 mm6 mm57 mm6CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    6 mm15 mm6 mm65 mm8CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    8 mm20 mm8 mm75 mm10CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    10 mm25 mm10 mm80 mm12CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    12 mm32 mm12 mm93 mm14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    16 mm34 mm16 mm108 mm14CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite0000000000000
     
    Diamond-Pattern Flutes
    1/8"3/8"1/8"1 1/2"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/8"1/2"1/8"1 1/2"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/16"9/16"3/16"2"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/16"3/4"3/16"2"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"10Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"10Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    5/16"1"5/16"2 1/2"10Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"1 1/8"3/8"3"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"1 1/2"3/8"4"12Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"14Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Composite0000000000000
     
    Roughed Spiral Flutes with Upward Chip Removal
    15/64"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/4"1/2"1/4"2 1/2"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/4"1"1/4"3"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    5/16"15/16"3/8"3"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    23/64"1 1/8"3/8"3"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"3/4"3/8"3"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"1 1/8"3/8"3"6Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    7/16"1 5/16"1/2"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    31/64"1 1/2"1/2"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1 1/2"1/2"3"8Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
     
    45° Compression Angle Spiral Flutes with Upward and Downward Chip Removal
    1/4"3/4"1/4"3"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"3/4"3/8"3"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"2"3/8"4"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"2"1/2"4"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
     
    60° Compression Spiral Flutes with Upward and Downward Chip Removal
    1/4"3/4"1/4"3"2Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiber-Reinforced Plastic, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"3/4"3/8"3"2Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiber-Reinforced Plastic, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"2"3/8"4"2Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiber-Reinforced Plastic, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"2Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiber-Reinforced Plastic, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"2"1/2"4"2Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiber-Reinforced Plastic, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
     
    30° Compression Angle Herringbone Compression Flutes with Upward and Downward Chip Removal
    1/8"9/16"1/8"1 1/2"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    3/8"7/8"3/8"3"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
    1/2"1 1/2"1/2"3"4Router Table, CNC MachineCarbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Composite00000000000000
     

    Straight and Spiral Router Bits for Plastic

    The smooth flutes and sharp cutting edges on these router bits cleanly cut square slots, pockets, and edges in most plastics, including polyethylene, polycarbonate, and vinyl. They do not have a pilot, so guide your router along a straight edge when hand routing to make accurate cuts.
    Uncoated Carbide
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Straight and Spiral Router Bits for Plastic , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style.
    Image of Product. Straight Flute. Front orientation. Router Bits. Straight and Spiral Router Bits for Plastic , Uncoated Carbide, Square Cut Style, Straight Flutes.

    Square Cut Style

    Straight Flute

    Use carbide bits for longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than high-speed steel.
    Straight Flutes—Bits with straight flutes are for general purpose use. They quickly remove material, leaving a rough finish.
    Cutting
    Dia.
    Lg. of
    Cut
    Shank
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    No. of
    Flutes
    For Tool
    Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Square Cut Style
     
    Straight Flutes
    1/8"1/4"1/4"2"2CNC MachineHard Plastic, Composite00000000000000
    3/16"5/8"1/4"2"2CNC MachineHard Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    1/4"3/4"1/4"2 1/2"2CNC MachineHard Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    5/16"13/16"3/8"2 1/2"2CNC MachineHard Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    3/8"7/8"3/8"2 1/2"2CNC MachineHard Plastic, Composite0000000000000
    1/2"1"1/2"3"2CNC MachineHard Plastic, Composite0000000000000
     
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