Studio shot of the Freud 36-100 Beading router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, 1/4 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Beading shape cut into a wood edge by the Freud 36-100 bit, showing a 1/16 inch radius curve with an inset bead, labeled for models 36-100 and 36-117.
Technical illustration demonstrating how to alter the edge profile of the router bit from beading to roundover by swapping the standard bearing for a 1/2 inch ball bearing and step washer.
Studio shot of the Freud 36-100 Beading router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, 1/4 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Beading shape cut into a wood edge by the Freud 36-100 bit, showing a 1/16 inch radius curve with an inset bead, labeled for models 36-100 and 36-117.
Technical illustration demonstrating how to alter the edge profile of the router bit from beading to roundover by swapping the standard bearing for a 1/2 inch ball bearing and step washer.
Freud

Freud 36-100 5/8 Inch Diameter Beading Router Bit 1/16 Inch Radius 1/4 Inch Shank Decorative Edging Tool for Woodworking Furniture and Millwork

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SKU: 36-100
$22.49 USD

Description

Add Fine Detail to Furniture and Millwork with the Freud Beading Router Bit

Refine your woodworking projects with the delicate precision of the Freud 36-100 1/16" Radius Beading Router Bit. Designed for professional carpenters and dedicated hobbyists, this tool creates a subtle, attractive bead profile that enhances the edges of furniture, cabinetry, and architectural millwork. The bit features a bottom-mounted bearing that produces a distinct inset bead at the base of the radius, adding a sophisticated shadow line to your work. With its standard 1/4" shank, this bit offers excellent compatibility with a wide range of hand-held and table-mounted portable routers.

Versatility is a hallmark of Freud engineering. While designed as a beading bit, this tool can also serve as a standard roundover bit for softening square corners by simply swapping the bearing (requires Freud 62-104 bearing and 62-313 step washer, sold separately). The bit is crafted with Freud's industry-leading TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide for a sharper, longer-lasting edge and finished with the exclusive Red Perma-SHIELD® Coating to resist heat, rust, and pitch buildup. It cuts cleanly through hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials, leaving a smooth, burn-free finish.

Key Features

  • Precision Profiling: Creates a beautiful 1/16" radius round profile with a decorative inset bead.
  • Versatile Use: Can be converted to a standard roundover bit by changing the bearing (parts sold separately).
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating prevents heat buildup, rust, and resin adhesion.
  • Multi-Material Compatibility: Cuts flawlessly through hardwoods, softwoods, plywoods, and composites.
  • Standard Shank: 1/4" shank fits most standard handheld and table-mounted routers.
  • Industrial Grade: TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide ensures extended bit life and edge retention.
  • Shear Angle Design: Optimized geometry slices through wood for a cleaner finish.

What's Included

(1) Freud 36-100 1/16" Radius Beading Router Bit

Specifications

Overall Diameter (D) 5/8"
Shank Diameter (A) 1/4"
Carbide Height (h) 1/2"
Overall Length (H) 2-3/16"
Radius (R) 1/16"
Bearing Diameter (B) 3/8"
Number of Cutters 2
Max RPM 24,000
Profile Design Beading (Inset Bead)
Coating Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick
Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide
Country of Origin Italy

Pro-Tip: To double the utility of this bit, you can transform it into a standard Roundover bit (eliminating the bottom "bead" step). Simply replace the standard 3/8" bearing with a 1/2" bearing (Freud 62-104) and a step washer (Freud 62-313). This gives you two distinct profiles from a single high-quality cutter.