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.
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Freud Router Bit 36-100 5/8 Inch Dia 1/4 Inch Shank Beading (24000 RPM TiCo Carbide Perma-SHIELD 1/16 Inch Radius Decorative Cabinet Trim Tool)

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SKU: 36-100
$22.49 USD

Description

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Precision Freud 5/8 Inch Beading Router Bit 36-100 with 1/4 Inch Shank

The Freud 36-100 5/8-Inch Diameter Beading Router Bit serves as an industrial-grade edge-profiling tool engineered to execute a subtle 1/16-inch radius rounded edge with an accentuating bottom inset bead step on solid hardwoods, softwoods, cabinet plywood, and wood composites. Manufactured with micrograin TiCo High-Density Carbide cutters coated in friction-reducing Red Perma-SHIELD non-stick finish, this 1/4-inch shank bit features a 3/8-inch ball bearing pilot, a 1/2-inch carbide height, and a 24,000 RPM maximum speed rating. Compatible with handheld portable routers and router table setups, this convertible dual-flute bit slices wood fibers cleanly to eliminate surface tear-out across cabinet door borders, drawer fronts, and delicate architectural millwork.

Best Used For:

  • Architectural Cabinet & Drawer Detailing: Milling micro-bead 1/16-inch radiused borders with shadow lines along solid wood face frames and drawer fronts.
  • Tabletop & Fine Furniture Edge Profiling: Shaping delicate decorative beading along table perimeters, desk edges, and custom picture frames.
  • Guided Substrate Edge Duplication: Tracing straight or curved workpiece perimeters using the integrated 3/8-inch ball bearing pilot to maintain uniform profile depth.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide: Proprietary titanium-cobalt carbide formulation maintains razor-sharp edges up to four times longer than standard carbide.
  • Red Perma-SHIELD Thermal Barrier Coating: Non-stick fluoropolymer coating insulates the bit body against heat buildup, pitch accumulation, and rust corrosion.
  • Convertible Profile Capability: Functions as a beading bit with the included 3/8-inch pilot bearing, or converts to a standard round-over bit with optional pilot bearing accessories.
  • Precision Shear-Angle Flute Geometry: Cutters are angled to slice wood fibers smoothly, eliminating end-grain tear-out and surface fuzzing.
  • High-Speed 24,000 RPM Stability Rating: Computer-balanced bit body ensures vibration-free operation and smooth material removal at maximum router speeds.
  • Universal 1/4-Inch Shank Profile: Fits standard 1/4-inch router collets across compact palm trimmers, handheld routers, and table setups.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 36-100 5/8" Diameter Beading Router Bit (1/4" Shank)
  • (1) Pre-Installed 3/8" Pilot Ball Bearing Assembly

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Freud
Model Number SKU 36-100
Product Tool Classification Decorative Beading Router Bit
Overall Cut Diameter (D) 0.625 in. (5/8 in.)
Shank Diameter (A) 0.250 in. (1/4 in.)
Carbide Cutting Height (h) 0.500 in. (1/2 in.)
Overall Bit Length (H) 2.1875 in. (2-3/16 in.)
Pilot Ball Bearing Diameter (B) 0.375 in. (3/8 in.)
Profile Radiused Curve (R) 0.0625 in. (1/16 in.)
Number of Cutting Flutes 2 Precision Carbide Wings
Maximum Rotational Speed 24,000 RPM (Speed Adjustment Required)
Protective Body Finish Red Perma-SHIELD Non-Stick Coating
Carbide Grade Composition TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide
Country of Origin Italy

Pro-Tip: When routing delicate 1/16-inch radius beading profiles into dense hardwoods, maintain a firm, constant feed rate at 24,000 RPM. Stopping mid-pass allows friction heat to build up at the tiny corner of the inset bead step, which can scorch the workpiece fibers.