{"product_id":"freud-20-574-1-1-8-inch-lettering-router-bit-60-degree-1-2-inch-shank-cnc-sign-making-relief-carving-flat-bottom-perma-shield-carbide","title":"Freud 20-574 1-1\/8 Inch Lettering Router Bit 60 Degree 1\/2 Inch Shank CNC Sign Making Relief Carving Flat Bottom Perma-SHIELD Carbide","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;\"\u003eAchieve Professional Relief Lettering with Freud's 60-Degree Flat Bottom Sign Making Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate stunning raised-letter signs and intricate relief carvings with the Freud 20-574 1-1\/8 Inch Lettering Router Bit. Unlike standard V-groove bits, this specialized tool features a flattened end profile. This unique geometry allows you to rout out the background material while simultaneously creating a clean, beveled 60-degree edge around your letters. This dual-action design significantly speeds up the sign-making process, ensuring highly readable, sharp relief lettering without the need for multiple tool changes to clear large flat areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for precision and durability, the 20-574 is crafted with Freud's exclusive TiCo Hi-Density Carbide, capable of holding a razor-sharp edge in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composites. The bit is encased in Freud's signature Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating, which drastically reduces friction, heat buildup, and resin accumulation—critical factors when routing large surface areas. With a robust 1\/2-inch shank for maximum stability, this bit delivers flawless, chatter-free results whether you are running a production CNC machine or using a hand-held or table-mounted router.\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\u003eFlattened End Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficiently clears material between letters for faster relief sign making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Degree Bevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a sharp, readable angle for raised lettering and decorative details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerma-SHIELD® Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-stick red coating resists heat, rust, and pitch buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiCo Hi-Density Carbide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specially formulated carbide maximizes cutting life and finish quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Material Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuts cleanly through plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, and composites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Machine Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for use on CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted routers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2-Inch Shank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty shank minimizes vibration for cleaner cuts and greater safety.\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) 1-1\/8\" Dia. 60° Lettering Bit with 1\/2\" Shank (20-574)\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=\"432\" style=\"width: 42.8846%; 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: 44.7013%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003eFreud\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: 44.7013%;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003e20-574\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: 44.7013%;\"\u003eOverall Diameter (D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003e1-1\/8 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: 44.7013%;\"\u003eShank Diameter (A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003e1\/2 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: 44.7013%;\"\u003eCarbide Height (h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003e3\/4 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: 44.7013%;\"\u003eCutting Angle (d)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003e60 Degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 55.2987%;\"\u003ePerma-SHIELD® Non-Stick\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 When routing large relief signs, map out your toolpath so the bit overlaps slightly on each pass. 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