A studio product photograph of the Freud 04-502 double flute straight router bit, showcasing its solid carbide construction with a specialized dark Black I.C.E. coating on the cutting head and a polished 1/4 inch steel shank.
A technical diagram illustrating the cutting profile of the Freud 04-502 bit, showing a cross-section of a wood block with a precise 2mm wide and 5/32 inch deep straight groove.
A technical 3D rendering of a wooden block featuring a very fine, precise straight groove routed through the center to demonstrate the intricate grooving capability of the 2mm Freud 04-502 bit.
A technical overhead diagram of the Freud 04-502 double flute router bit, highlighting the symmetrical two-cutter design for balanced and precise routing.
A studio product photograph of the Freud 04-502 double flute straight router bit, showcasing its solid carbide construction with a specialized dark Black I.C.E. coating on the cutting head and a polished 1/4 inch steel shank.
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A studio product photograph of the Freud 04-502 double flute straight router bit, showcasing its solid carbide construction with a specialized dark Black I.C.E. coating on the cutting head and a polished 1/4 inch steel shank.
A technical diagram illustrating the cutting profile of the Freud 04-502 bit, showing a cross-section of a wood block with a precise 2mm wide and 5/32 inch deep straight groove.
A technical 3D rendering of a wooden block featuring a very fine, precise straight groove routed through the center to demonstrate the intricate grooving capability of the 2mm Freud 04-502 bit.
A technical overhead diagram of the Freud 04-502 double flute router bit, highlighting the symmetrical two-cutter design for balanced and precise routing.
A studio product photograph of the Freud 04-502 double flute straight router bit, showcasing its solid carbide construction with a specialized dark Black I.C.E. coating on the cutting head and a polished 1/4 inch steel shank.
Freud Black Ice CNC Bits promotional video
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Freud 04-502 2mm Double Flute Straight Router Bit 1/4 Inch Shank Black I.C.E. Coating Solid Carbide Woodworking Tool for Grooving CNC Routers

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SKU: 04-502
$10.99 USD

Description

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Achieve Industrial Precision with Freud’s Black I.C.E. Solid Carbide Technology

The Freud 04-502 Double Flute Straight Router Bit is the professional’s choice for intricate grooving, edge-routing, and general-purpose joinery in demanding shop environments. Featuring a specialized 2mm diameter, this bit is engineered with precise hook and shear angles to deliver exceptionally fast cutting speeds while maintaining a glass-smooth finish in hardwoods, softwoods, and composite materials. Whether you are performing delicate inlay work or precision CNC routing, the dual-flute geometry ensures a balanced cut with minimal vibration.

Constructed with Freud’s proprietary TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide and treated with the revolutionary Black I.C.E. (Industrial Cooling Element) coating, this bit provides 2X the life and performance of standard uncoated bits. The coating stays cool at the cutting edge and facilitates superior chip evacuation, preventing heat buildup that can lead to wood burning. Tips are specially relieved to allow for effortless, burn-free plunge cuts, making it ideal for creating deep mortises or interior pockets on CNC machines, hand-held, or table-mounted routers.

Key Features

  • Black I.C.E. Coating: Maintains a cool cutting edge and provides superior chip evacuation for a cleaner finish.
  • TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide: Specialized industrial carbide offers 2X increased life and performance versus standard bits.
  • Precision Balance: Computer-balanced to eliminate vibration and chatter, ensuring high-accuracy routing at up to 24,000 RPM.
  • Efficient Plunge Cuts: Relieved tips allow the bit to dive directly into the material for clean mortising and pocketing.
  • Universal Compatibility: Optimized for peak performance in CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted router applications.
  • Multi-Material Versatility: Delivers clean, splinter-free cuts in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composites.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 04-502 2mm Double Flute Straight Router Bit

Specifications

Shank Diameter (A) 1/4 Inch
Overall Diameter (D) 0.0787 Inch (2mm)
Carbide Height (h) 5/32 Inch
Overall Length (H) 1-1/2 Inches
Number of Cutters 2
Maximum RPM 24,000 RPM
Bit Material Solid Carbide
Coating Black I.C.E.
Cutting Style Straight / Plunge
Ideal Application Grooving & Inlay Work
Pro-Tip: Because small-diameter bits like this 2mm model are more susceptible to breakage, always ensure your workpiece is securely clamped and use a high feed rate with multiple shallow passes. Clearing chips frequently will prevent the bit from binding and extend the life of the specialized Black I.C.E. coating.