Freud 12-194 double flute straight router bit featuring red Perma-SHIELD coating and TiCo high-density carbide tipped cutters for professional woodworking.
Technical diagram for the Freud 12-194 straight bit illustrating a 1-3/4 inch cutting diameter and a 1-1/4 inch carbide height for grooving applications.
Freud 12-194 industrial double flute straight bit in its original red and black retail packaging, highlighting the 1/2 inch shank and 1-3/4 inch diameter.
Product feature infographic explaining Freud’s Perma-SHIELD coating, Double-Grind straight bit technology for cleaner cuts, and Tri-Metal brazing for impact resistance.
Dimensional drawing showing the scale and proportions of the router bit, including shank diameter A, overall length H, carbide height h, and cutting diameter D.
Close-up perspective of two Freud straight router bits highlighting the precision-ground TiCo carbide cutting edges and high-quality steel shanks.
Woodworking material compatibility chart for the Freud 12-194 router bit including veneered plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, and composite materials.
Tool compatibility guide showing the Freud 12-194 is designed for use with hand routers, table-mounted routers, and CNC machines.
Illustration of a clean, deep groove cut into a block of wood, demonstrating the primary application of the Freud 12-194 double flute straight bit.
Top-down view of the Freud 12-194 router bit head showing the dual cutter geometry and balanced design for vibration-free woodworking.
Freud 12-194 double flute straight router bit featuring red Perma-SHIELD coating and TiCo high-density carbide tipped cutters for professional woodworking.
Technical diagram for the Freud 12-194 straight bit illustrating a 1-3/4 inch cutting diameter and a 1-1/4 inch carbide height for grooving applications.
Freud 12-194 industrial double flute straight bit in its original red and black retail packaging, highlighting the 1/2 inch shank and 1-3/4 inch diameter.
Product feature infographic explaining Freud’s Perma-SHIELD coating, Double-Grind straight bit technology for cleaner cuts, and Tri-Metal brazing for impact resistance.
Dimensional drawing showing the scale and proportions of the router bit, including shank diameter A, overall length H, carbide height h, and cutting diameter D.
Close-up perspective of two Freud straight router bits highlighting the precision-ground TiCo carbide cutting edges and high-quality steel shanks.
Woodworking material compatibility chart for the Freud 12-194 router bit including veneered plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, and composite materials.
Tool compatibility guide showing the Freud 12-194 is designed for use with hand routers, table-mounted routers, and CNC machines.
Illustration of a clean, deep groove cut into a block of wood, demonstrating the primary application of the Freud 12-194 double flute straight bit.
Top-down view of the Freud 12-194 router bit head showing the dual cutter geometry and balanced design for vibration-free woodworking.
Freud

Freud Straight Router Bit 12-194 1.75 Inch Cutting Diameter (0.5 Inch Shank TiCo Carbide Double Flute CNC Woodwork Grooving Edge Routing Tool)

In stock
SKU: 12-194
$46.89 USD

Description

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Professional Double Flute Straight TiCo Carbide-Tipped Woodworking Router Bit

The Freud 12-194 is an industrial-grade 1-3/4 inch diameter double flute straight router bit featuring a 1/2-inch shank, engineered to execute high-capacity dadoing, grooving, plunging, and edge-routing profiles across diverse wooden stock. Fabricated with Freud’s proprietary TiCo titanium-cobalt high-density carbide formulation, this structural cutting tool delivers an ultra-sharp edge finish and extended service life up to a maximum threshold of 16,000 RPM. The precision-balanced dual-cutter architecture combined with optimized hook and shear angles provides fast chip evacuation and vibration-free operation inside handheld routers, table-mounted setups, or automated CNC machinery networks.

Best Used For:

  • CNC Plunge Grooving: Accessing and clearing large-area channels or deep dado joints inside complex cabinetry panels without tearing wood grains.
  • Hardwood Edge Routing: Refining rough edge profiles on high-density materials like oak, maple, and walnut to achieve smooth finishes.
  • Composite Material Milling: Shaping heavy plywood sheets, MDF substrates, and multi-layer wood composites with minimal chip-out or splintering.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • TiCo Hi-Density Carbide Tips: Formulated premium titanium-cobalt matrix resists thermal degradation and edge dulling under continuous industrial feed rates.
  • Relieved Cutting Tip Geometry: Precision-ground end relief allows for direct vertical plunge cuts to start grooving anywhere on the surface of the workpiece.
  • Optimized Hook and Shear Angles: Engineered angle dynamics slice cleanly through dense grain fibers to prevent burn tracking and localized tear-out.
  • Perma-Shield Coating Matrix: Non-stick protective surface coating reduces friction drag and pitch build-up while stopping thermal distortion during operation.
  • Anti-Vibration Computer Balancing: Individually balanced shank and flute bodies prevent chattering to guarantee uniform dimensions and smooth cuts.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 1-3/4" Double Flute Straight Router Bit (12-194)

Technical Specifications

Brand Name: Freud Tools
Model Number: 12-194
Bit Type Style: Double Flute Straight Cylindrical
Cutting Diameter (D): 1-3/4 in. (1.75")
Shank Diameter (A): 1/2 in. (0.50")
Carbide Height (h): 1-1/4 in. (1.25")
Overall Length (H): 3.0 in.
Number of Cutters: 2 (Double Flute)
Maximum Angular Speed: 16,000 RPM
Cutting Edge Material: TiCo Titanium-Cobalt Hi-Density Carbide

Pro-Tip: Due to the large 1-3/4 inch cutting diameter of this straight bit, always drop your router’s variable speed dial down below 16,000 RPM before starting. Execute your cuts in multiple shallow passes rather than a single deep run to clear chips safely and prevent unnecessary motor strain or thermal burning on hardwood.