{"product_id":"freud-16-102-5-8-inch-diameter-mortising-router-bit-1-4-inch-shank-carbide-down-shear-hinge-mortise-dado-wood-plywood-composites","title":"Freud 16-102 5\/8 Inch Diameter Mortising Router Bit 1\/4 Inch Shank Carbide Down Shear Hinge Mortise Dado Wood Plywood Composites","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.6; background-color: #ffffff; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #333; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\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\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #333; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eCreate Flawless, Splinter-Free Hinge Mortises with the Freud 5\/8 Inch Down-Shear Router Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliminate surface defects and achieve professional-grade joinery with the Freud 16-102 5\/8 Inch Mortising Bit. Designed specifically for discerning woodworkers, this bit utilizes a unique \"down-shear\" geometry. Unlike standard straight bits that can lift wood fibers and cause unsightly chipping on the surface, the 16-102 actively pushes fibers down as it cuts. This shearing action guarantees razor-sharp edges and splinter-free finishes, making it the perfect tool for routing shallow recesses in expensive plywood, delicate veneers, and solid hardwoods for hinges, locksets, and hardware plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its precision, this bit is built for performance. It features a wider 5\/8-inch cutting diameter, allowing for efficient clearing of material in fewer passes. The cutter is engineered with deep center gullets to maximize chip removal, preventing the bit from clogging or overheating even during repetitive cuts. Protected by Freud's industrial Perma-SHIELD coating, the tool resists pitch buildup and corrosion, ensuring long-lasting durability. With a standard 1\/4-inch shank, it is compatible with a wide range of CNC machines, hand-held trim routers, and table-mounted setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDown-Shear Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pushes wood fibers down to eliminate surface splintering, essential for veneers and laminates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerma-SHIELD Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-stick red coating reduces friction, prevents heat buildup, and resists pitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Center Gullets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to clear chips rapidly, preventing clogging and extending tool life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/8 Inch Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wider profile clears material quickly for hardware installation and wide dados.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplinter-Free Mortising:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically designed to create clean, flat-bottomed recesses for hinges and plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced for safe use in CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted routers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 5\/8 In. Diameter Mortising Bit with 1\/4 In. Shank (Model 16-102)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"412\" style=\"width: 47.1154%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e16-102\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eOverall Diameter (D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e5\/8 In.\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eShank Diameter (A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e1\/4 In.\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eCarbide Height (h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e1\/2 In.\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eOverall Length (H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e2 In.\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eNumber of Cutters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e2\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eMax RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003e24,000 RPM\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eCoating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003ePerma-SHIELD®\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eDesign Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003eDown Shear\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: 45.0867%;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 54.9133%;\"\u003eHinges, Hardware, Dadoes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #eef7ff; padding: 15px; border-left: 5px solid #bf1e2e; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 16-102 features a relatively short carbide height of 1\/2\". This is intentional for hinge mortising, but it limits the bit's depth capacity. Never attempt to cut a groove deeper than the 1\/2\" carbide length, as the steel shank will rub against the wood, causing friction burns and potentially ruining your workpiece.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Freud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51516138324279,"sku":"16-102","price":16.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/Freud_16-102_5_8_Inch_Diameter_Mortising_Router_Bit_1_4_Inch_Shank_Carbide_Down_Shear_Hinge_Mortise_Dado_Wood_Plywood_Composites_1.webp?v=1778597098","url":"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/products\/freud-16-102-5-8-inch-diameter-mortising-router-bit-1-4-inch-shank-carbide-down-shear-hinge-mortise-dado-wood-plywood-composites","provider":"1 Top Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}