{"product_id":"freud-12-162-13-16-inch-double-flute-straight-router-bit-1-2-inch-shank-eclipse-grind-tico-carbide-woodworking-tool-for-grooving-plywood-dadoes","title":"Freud 12-162 13\/16 Inch Double Flute Straight Router Bit 1\/2 Inch Shank Eclipse Grind TiCo Carbide Woodworking Tool for Grooving Plywood Dadoes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 1000px; margin: auto; background-color: #ffffff; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0056b3; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/pages\/brand-freud\" title=\"Link to the Freud Tools homepage.\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/freud3.jpg?v=1772570772\" alt=\"Freud precisely the best logo Logout\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0056b3; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eAchieve Industrial-Grade Precision with Freud’s Eclipse Grind Double Flute Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFreud 12-162 Double Flute Straight Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium woodworking solution engineered for high-performance grooving, edge-routing, and general joinery tasks. Featuring Freud’s specialized \u003cstrong\u003eEclipse Grind\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 13\/16-inch diameter bit provides exceptionally clean cuts in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and various composite materials. Its precise hook and shear angles are designed to deliver a glass-smooth finish while maintaining fast cutting speeds, making it an essential tool for professional cabinetry and furniture manufacturing where accuracy is non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for longevity, the 12-162 is constructed with \u003cstrong\u003eTiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide\u003c\/strong\u003e to withstand the rigors of heavy shop use. The bit’s tips are strategically relieved to allow for efficient, burn-free plunge cuts, which is ideal for creating deep mortises or interior pockets. With a robust 1\/2-inch shank for maximum stability, this industrial bit is optimized for peak performance across CNC machines, table-mounted routers, and hand-held portable routers, ensuring vibration-free operation even at high RPMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 5px; margin-top: 30px; color: #000;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specialized industrial carbide for a sharper edge and significantly longer cutting life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEclipse Grind Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized geometry for superior finish quality and cleaner edges in diverse wood types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlunge Cut Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specially relieved tips support effortless plunging for mortising and pocketing applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise Shear Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered hook and shear angles provide fast material removal with minimal friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for high-speed use in CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted routers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Material Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers clean cuts in solid wood, plywood, veneers, and composites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Cutter Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two high-precision cutters ensure smooth operation and reduced chatter during heavy routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 5px; margin-top: 30px; color: #000;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Freud 12-162 13\/16\" Double Flute Straight Router Bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 5px; margin-top: 30px; color: #000;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"434\" style=\"width: 47.6923%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eShank Diameter (A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003e1\/2 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eOverall Diameter (D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003e13\/16 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eCarbide Height (h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003e1-1\/4 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eOverall Length (H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003e3 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eNumber of Cutters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eMaximum RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003e24,000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eBit Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003eTiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eGrind Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003eEclipse Grind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eFlute Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003eDouble Flute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 39.6917%;\"\u003eIdeal Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 60.3083%;\"\u003eGrooving, Edge-Routing, \u0026amp; Dadoes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #eef7ff; padding: 20px; border-left: 5px solid #0056b3; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e When routing deep dadoes or grooves, always clear chips frequently to prevent heat buildup. 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