A professional studio product shot of the Freud 38-352 carbide classical cove and bead router bit at an angle, featuring the four-cutter Quadra-Cut head with red Perma-SHIELD coating, a ball-bearing guide, and a polished 1/4-inch steel shank.
A professional studio product shot of the Freud 38-352 carbide classical cove and bead router bit at an angle, featuring the four-cutter Quadra-Cut head with red Perma-SHIELD coating, a ball-bearing guide, and a polished 1/4-inch steel shank.
A side-profile view of the Freud 38-352 decorative edging bit against a white background, highlighting the complex cove and bead profile and the laser-etched model identification on the 1/4-inch shank.
Retail clamshell packaging for the Freud 38-352 industrial classical cove and bead bit, displaying the Quadra-Cut 4-cutter technology logo, 1-5/8 inch diameter, and 1/4 inch shank size for professional woodworking.
A technical profile diagram for the Freud 38-352 bit, illustrating a precise classical cove and bead decorative cut on a wood corner with a 1/4-inch large radius and 5/32-inch small radius.
An application infographic showing a detailed example of the sophisticated classical cove and bead profile achievable on a wood workpiece using the Freud 38-352 router bit.
An infographic showcasing the materials compatible with Freud decorative edging router bits, including veneered plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, and composite materials.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional how to video
A professional studio product shot of the Freud 38-352 carbide classical cove and bead router bit at an angle, featuring the four-cutter Quadra-Cut head with red Perma-SHIELD coating, a ball-bearing guide, and a polished 1/4-inch steel shank.
A professional studio product shot of the Freud 38-352 carbide classical cove and bead router bit at an angle, featuring the four-cutter Quadra-Cut head with red Perma-SHIELD coating, a ball-bearing guide, and a polished 1/4-inch steel shank.
A side-profile view of the Freud 38-352 decorative edging bit against a white background, highlighting the complex cove and bead profile and the laser-etched model identification on the 1/4-inch shank.
Retail clamshell packaging for the Freud 38-352 industrial classical cove and bead bit, displaying the Quadra-Cut 4-cutter technology logo, 1-5/8 inch diameter, and 1/4 inch shank size for professional woodworking.
A technical profile diagram for the Freud 38-352 bit, illustrating a precise classical cove and bead decorative cut on a wood corner with a 1/4-inch large radius and 5/32-inch small radius.
An application infographic showing a detailed example of the sophisticated classical cove and bead profile achievable on a wood workpiece using the Freud 38-352 router bit.
An infographic showcasing the materials compatible with Freud decorative edging router bits, including veneered plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, and composite materials.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional how to video
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Freud 38-352 Carbide Classical Cove Bead Router Bit 1/4 Inch Shank Quadra-Cut 1-5/8 Inch Diameter Decorative Edging Tool Furniture Cabinets Millwork

In stock
SKU: 38-352
$37.29 USD
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Description

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Elevate Your Woodworking with Distinctive Decorative Profiles and a Flawless Finish

The Freud 38-352 Classical Cove & Bead Bit is the professional’s choice for adding elegant, high-end detail to furniture, cabinet doors, plaques, and custom millwork. This industrial-grade decorative edging bit creates a sophisticated classical profile that enhances the visual depth of any project. Whether you are building heirloom-quality cabinetry or adding architectural accents to moldings, this bit delivers the surgical precision and mirror-smooth results that have made Freud the industry leader in carbide tooling.

Engineered for maximum performance, this bit features Freud's patented Quadra-Cut™ 4-cutter design. This innovative technology utilizes two cutters to take a primary cut while the remaining two upward-shear cutters provide a secondary, extra-fine finish, effectively eliminating the need for sanding. Protected by Freud’s exclusive Perma-SHIELD® non-stick coating, the bit resists heat and pitch build-up, ensuring an extended cutting life across hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and various composite materials. Designed for versatility, it is perfectly balanced for use in both handheld and table-mounted portable routers.

Key Features

  • Quadra-Cut™ Design: Patented four-cutter technology provides an extra-fine finish by combining upward and downward shear angles.
  • Precision Edging: Perfect for adding distinctive decorative designs to cabinets, fine furniture, and millwork.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: High-performance non-stick red coating protects the bit from heat, corrosion, and resin buildup.
  • TiCo™ High-Density Carbide: Specifically formulated for industrial use to maintain a sharper edge for significantly longer periods.
  • Multi-Material Mastery: Effortlessly routs hardwood, softwood, veneered plywood, and composition materials.
  • Vibration-Free Balancing: Computer-balanced to run smoothly at high speeds up to 16,000 RPM.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 1-1/2" Classical Cove & Bead Bit (38-352)
  • (1) 5/8" Diameter Precision Ball Bearing Guide

Specifications

Model Number 38-352
Overall Diameter (D) 1-5/8 in
Shank Diameter (A) 1/4 in
Carbide Height (h) 5/8 in
Overall Length (H) 2-5/16 in
Large Radius (R1) 1/4 in
Small Radius (R2) 5/32 in
Bearing Diameter (B) 5/8 in
Number of Cutters 4
Maximum RPM 16,000 RPM
Cutter Material Carbide Tipped
Design Type Quadra-Cut™

Pro-Tip: When routing complex decorative edges like the Classical Cove and Bead, always perform a climb cut on the end-grain portions of your workpiece first. This technique prevents "blowout" or splintering at the corners, ensuring a perfectly crisp profile around the entire perimeter of your project.