Studio product view of the Freud 18-114 router bit, featuring a 1/2 inch silver shank and a solid carbide round nose cutting head with a 1/8 inch radius tip.
Retail packaging for the Freud 18-114 round nose bit, showing the red and black industrial branding, a diagram of the 1/8 inch radius profile, and icons indicating the 1/2 inch shank and TiCo carbide.
Technical diagram illustrating the cutting profile of the Freud 18-114 core box bit, showing a cross-section of a U-shaped groove cut into wood with a 1/4 inch width and a 1/8 inch radius.
Studio product view of the Freud 18-114 router bit, featuring a 1/2 inch silver shank and a solid carbide round nose cutting head with a 1/8 inch radius tip.
Studio product view of the Freud 18-114 router bit, featuring a 1/2 inch silver shank and a solid carbide round nose cutting head with a 1/8 inch radius tip.
Retail packaging for the Freud 18-114 round nose bit, showing the red and black industrial branding, a diagram of the 1/8 inch radius profile, and icons indicating the 1/2 inch shank and TiCo carbide.
Technical diagram illustrating the cutting profile of the Freud 18-114 core box bit, showing a cross-section of a U-shaped groove cut into wood with a 1/4 inch width and a 1/8 inch radius.
Studio product view of the Freud 18-114 router bit, featuring a 1/2 inch silver shank and a solid carbide round nose cutting head with a 1/8 inch radius tip.
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Freud 18-114 1/4 Inch Round Nose Router Bit 1/8 Inch Radius 1/2 Inch Shank Premier Solid Carbide Core Box Fluting Sign Making Relief Engraving

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SKU: 18-114
$21.99 USD

Description

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Achieve Flawless Engraved Detail and Fluting with Freud's Solid Carbide Precision

The Freud 18-114 Round Nose Router Bit is a professional-grade solution for woodworkers looking to add sophisticated engraved details to cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and decorative millwork. Often referred to as a "Core Box" bit, this specialized tool features a precise 1/8-inch radius designed to produce perfectly smooth, semi-circular grooves with industrial accuracy. Whether you are a sign maker carving high-visibility relief lettering or a furniture builder adding elegant fluted accents to moldings, this bit delivers the crisp, burn-free finish required for high-end results.

Constructed from Freud Premier Solid Carbide, the 18-114 is engineered for maximum durability and superior edge retention compared to standard tipped bits. Its rigid solid construction and 1/2-inch shank significantly reduce vibration and chatter, ensuring flawless performance even at high speeds of up to 24,000 RPM. This versatile bit is optimized to cut through a variety of materials including hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composites, making it a reliable staple for production CNC operations, hand-held routing, or table-mounted setups.

Key Features

  • Premier Solid Carbide Construction: Provides exceptional strength and maintains a razor-sharp edge for professional-grade results.
  • Decorative Fluting Specialist: Perfect for creating beautiful, precise engraved flutes in doors, drawer fronts, and molding.
  • Professional Sign Lettering: The ideal geometry for routing highly readable and artistic sign lettering.
  • Broad Material Versatility: Effortlessly routs through hardwood, softwood, plywood, and various composite materials.
  • Universal Machine Compatibility: Designed for use on CNC and automatic routers, as well as hand-held and table-mounted portable routers.
  • Dual Cutter Design: Features two high-performance cutters for efficient material removal and a smoother surface finish.
  • Stability-Focused 1/2" Shank: Provides a more secure grip and reduced vibration during deep routing tasks.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 18-114 1/4" Diameter Round Nose Router Bit (1/2" Shank)

Specifications

Manufacturer Freud
Model Number 18-114
Overall Diameter (D) 1/4"
Radius (R) 1/8"
Shank Diameter (A) 1/2"
Carbide Height (h) 3/8"
Overall Length (H) 2-1/4"
Number of Cutters 2
Maximum RPM 24,000
Bit Construction Premier Solid Carbide
Pro-Tip: When routing narrow flutes with a round nose bit, use a plunge router and set your depth stop carefully. To avoid burning the wood at the start or end of a decorative groove, keep the router moving at a steady pace and avoid pausing at any point along the cut.