Freud Quadra-Cut Beading Bit, 1/2 in. Radius - 1/2 in. Shank

Freud Quadra-Cut Beading Bit, 1/2 in. Radius - 1/2 in. Shank

The Freud Quadra-Cut Beading Bit creates a classic, decorative bead profile along the edge of wood components. Featuring a 1/2 in. radius and a 1/2 in. shank, this router bit is designed for producing smooth, consistent profiles on furniture components, cabinetry, shelving, trim, and other woodworking projects.

Freud's Quadra-Cut™ four-cutter geometry is engineered to provide clean, precise cuts while helping produce a smooth finished surface. The bit's profile can add a refined decorative detail to straight edges and can be used to complement a variety of traditional and contemporary woodworking designs.

Product Features

• 1/2 in. Radius: Produces a substantial, rounded beading profile for decorative edge treatments.
• 1/2 in. Shank: Provides a solid connection in compatible router collets for demanding woodworking applications.
• Quadra-Cut™ Geometry: Four cutting edges help deliver smooth, balanced cutting performance.
• Decorative Profiling: Ideal for adding attractive beads to furniture, cabinetry, trim, shelving, and other wood components.
• Clean Cutting Action: Designed to produce a smooth profile with reduced finishing work when used with appropriate feed rates and router settings.
• Freud Quality: Built for reliable performance and long service life in professional and serious woodworking applications.

Applications

This beading bit is well suited for decorative edge routing on hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and other compatible wood materials. Use it to create rounded bead details on cabinet components, furniture edges, architectural millwork, shelves, drawer fronts, and custom woodworking projects.

Specifications

• Bit Type: Beading Router Bit
• Profile Radius: 1/2 in.
• Shank Diameter: 1/2 in.
• Cutting Geometry: Quadra-Cut™
• Application: Decorative edge profiling

For best results: Use the bit in a properly adjusted router with a compatible 1/2 in. collet. Secure the workpiece firmly and make multiple passes when material removal requires it, rather than attempting to form the entire profile in one heavy cut.