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1/16" (Dia.) Double Flute Straight Bit with 1/4" Shank
From the Manufacturer
These bits cut smoother than other straight bits because of the precise shear and hook angles. End of bit relief allows for fast plunging. Covered by Freud's limited lifetime warranty.
Daniel Gonzalez
2025-09-05 09:16:49
Received the bit and wasted no time putting it through its paces on my MPCNC.I am using a DeWalt 660 as a spindle and tested with a super conservative 8MM/s since I didn't want to snap the 1/16" version I bought.If I had to use one word it would be WWWWOOOOOOWWWWWWW!!!Not only did it cut cleanly, it didn't flinch. I am sure I can up the feed rate next time I use it but for now it was money very well spent.This is my first Freud bit as I usually buy Amana but they don't have a 1/16". Freud might have just won themselves a new customer and keep up the great work!P.s. the packaging didn't try to kill me so I considered it 5 star worthy. :)
Melvin Johnson
2025-08-21 16:51:16
The 1st one I received broke after about 5 minutes of use. Not sure why. I didn't try running it at a very fast rate as it is an extremely small bit. Amazon stood behind it and exchanged it immediately. New one worked just fine. No matter who the manufacturer is, they occasionally have one that isn't up to their usual quality and they can't always be found during the process or inspection, The worth of the company is if they stand behind their product and Freud did.
Tian W
2025-08-09 12:26:01
This is a very useful bit for some tiny clean ups. I also use it to route a line between plywood and hardwood edge banding to give it a crisp line between the two rather than having to risk oversanding and damage the plywood. However this is a very lean bit (well it's 1/16") and if you are not careful placing your router after usage, you can easily break the bit head if it hits anything at all. I broke mine this way and had to buy another one.
StClairWW
2025-07-30 18:28:00
I purchased this bit to route the lines in my Crokinole boards.It works almost perfectly.Previously I had been using a V-Groove bit set at a shallow depth that worked ok except I would get varying widths of the lines due to small sawdust buildup under the router that would raise the router ever so slightly resulting in less depth of cut translating to thinner lines in some places and thicker in others. Also the V-Groove bit tended to have a bit more tearout than these straight bits on the cross grain sections of the boards.With this 1/16" straight bit I do get varying depths still but the line width is constant now. I fill these grooves in with contrasting colored putty anyway so the slight depth decrease doesnt matter to me.I have not tried to route anything more than 3/32" deep so I have no idea if the tip will hold up at deeper cuts.Now if only someone would make a 1/16" spiral downcut bit to eliminate the remaining little bit of cross grain tearout I would be a happy guy.See bremist.com for pics of the boards and the corresponding lines that these bits cut.
Scott Ismail
2025-07-12 10:21:35
I have over the years purchased now several of these bits for use with my CNC machine. They are extremely well made, sharp, and long lasting. I have used them in a variety of hardwoods, but mostly cherry, maple and walnut. I find that Cherry holds the best fine details with this bit but I believe that is a function of the wood moreso than the bit itself.Attached is a photo of a very detailed tank carving where the bit really excelled.The only issue I have had with the bit has truly been operator error where I have addentally run the bit into a hold down screw or moved the router without the bit spinning and knocked off the cutting tip by accident. Other than that, I have never had this bit fail during a proper cutting procedure which I feel is extremely impressive considering it’s 1/16†diameter.I would highly recommend this product.
Mjohnson
2025-05-20 13:03:22
These work well and provide a narrow cut. At a 1/16" diameter you don't want to force it.
M. ewing
2025-05-07 18:19:48
I honestly didn't expect much from this bit because of it's size and cost. And because it didn't specifically say so... (though maybe obvious) I didn't expect carbide. Maybe HSS Roto-tool quality.But FREUD is pretty consistent, and it's a great low cost, SOLID CARBIDE bit that cuts aggressively enough that it doesn't burn nor has flex (which i was afraid of if it wasn't carbide). So far I've only used this in MDF, but it was for a sample for items that I'll be making in solid oak. So if it has problems or fails too quickly... I'll update.
Carlos A Longoria
2025-04-26 10:53:10
Gets the job done for a fraction of the cost
OJ
2025-04-09 16:04:25
La broca me funcionó muy bien, la doble flauta trabaja muy bien los grabados.
Trip
2025-03-31 13:44:00
This is the same one I've purchased locally but at a much more realistic price! same quality no compromise. The bit broke when I hit a feed rate just over 250" min! That's pretty darn good!
Jaime C.
2025-02-20 16:12:19
Excelente producto. El único inconveniente es que es limitado a una pieza por cliente. Pero resultó muy buen producto.
lawrence carlson
2025-02-05 13:24:19
This router bit is perfect for what I was doing in my shop
Bruce Gilchrist
2025-01-04 11:57:44
Cuts very cleanly and the cutting length is longer than most. Most similar bits have a cutting length of 3/16" this one is about 5/16" and cut cleanly through 1/4" boards. The only disadvantage is being so thin and long makes it a little fragile and extra care is needed while using it.
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