PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1/2″ (Dia.) Mortising Bit AMAZON.COM See larger image. Used in conjunction with templates or shop-built jigs, this top bearing hinge mortising bit (model 16-560) is ideal for mortising in solid wood, plywood, or composites. The solid carbide construction and downshear cutting action ensures clean, crisp hinge and hardware mortises.It features Freud’s specially formulated Titanium Cobalt (TiCo) carbide, which is smaller and more densely packed than other carbides on the market today, enabling the carbide teeth on Freud’s blades, bits and cutters to last up to four times longer than standard products. Compared with standard carbide, measuring at around 4 to 5 microns, Freud’s TiCo Hi-Density Carbide is just 0.6 to 0.8 microns and size, helping to maximize performance as well as longevity.ABOUT FREUDA manufacturer and marketer of superior carbide cutting tools for more than 50 years, Freud leads the industry in innovative manufacturing, precision products, and quality service. Freud’s product selection includes diamond-sharp saw blades, router bits, shaper cutters, planer knives and power tools. Freud is also one of the few woodworking manufacturers that produces its own MicroGrain carbide with titanium, called TiCo a combination of titanium and cobalt. Freud operates one of the most modern product development research centers in Europe for cutting tools. By overseeing the entire manufacturing process, from start to finish, Freud guarantees the highest quality, most advanced products in the industry.16-560 TOP BEARING HINGE MORTISING BIT, 1/4-INCH SHANKAT A GLANCE * Designed with deep center gullets for maximum material removal without chip loading * Cuts all composition materials, plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods * Use on CNC and other automatic routers as well as hand-held and table-mounted portable routers * Covered by Freud’s limited lifetime guarantee FROM THE MANUFACTURER Used in conjunction with templates or shop-built jigs, this bit is ideal for mortising in solid wood, plywood, or composites. The solid carbide construction and downshear cutting action ensures clean,crisp hinge and hardware mortises.Perfect for Porter-Cable’s #59370 Door Hinge Template and #59375 Strike and Latch Template.1/2″ dia, 5/16″ carbide height, 5/8″ bearing, 1/4″ shank See more

Key Features:

• Clean and Precise Mortises – Freud Mortising Bits are engineered to produce smooth, accurate mortises in plywood, veneer, solid hardwoods, softwoods, and most composite materials, ideal for detailed woodworking tasks.
• Down Shear Design Most bits feature a down shear cutting geometry that directs wood fibers downward during the cut, helping to eliminate tear-out and ensure clean, splinter-free top surfaces.
• Deep Center Gullets – Designed with extra-deep center gullets that maximize material removal and prevent chip build-up, allowing for smoother operation and reduced cutting resistance.
• Compatible with Multiple Router Types – Ideal for use with CNC routers, hand-held routers, and table-mounted routers, offering flexibility and control for both DIYers and professional woodworkers alike.
• Perma-Shield Coating – Reduces friction and bit drag, protects against resin build-up and corrosion, and ensures smoother, cleaner cuts with less effort.