A professional studio photograph of the Freud 36-127 beading router bit, featuring its signature red Perma-SHIELD coating on the cutting head, sharp silver TiCo carbide edges, a top-mounted ball bearing pilot, and a polished 1/2 inch steel shank.
A technical diagram for the Freud 36-127 bit, illustrating a cross-section of a wood block with a red line indicating a decorative edge profile consisting of a 5/8 inch radius curve with a distinct inset bead at the bottom.
A two-part technical illustration demonstrating the versatility of the Freud 36-127 bit. The diagram shows that by simply ordering a 1/8 inch smaller ball bearing and step washer, the user can obtain a different decorative profile on the wood edge.
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A professional studio photograph of the Freud 36-127 beading router bit, featuring its signature red Perma-SHIELD coating on the cutting head, sharp silver TiCo carbide edges, a top-mounted ball bearing pilot, and a polished 1/2 inch steel shank.
A technical diagram for the Freud 36-127 bit, illustrating a cross-section of a wood block with a red line indicating a decorative edge profile consisting of a 5/8 inch radius curve with a distinct inset bead at the bottom.
A two-part technical illustration demonstrating the versatility of the Freud 36-127 bit. The diagram shows that by simply ordering a 1/8 inch smaller ball bearing and step washer, the user can obtain a different decorative profile on the wood edge.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
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Freud Router Bit 36-127 1-3/4 In Dia 1/2 In Shank Beading (16000 RPM TiCo Carbide Perma-SHIELD 5/8 In Radius Decorative Cabinet Furniture Edging Tool)

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SKU: 36-127
$43.99 USD

Description

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Precision Freud 5/8 Inch Radius Beading Router Bit 36-127 with 1/2 Inch Shank

The Freud 36-127 1-3/4-Inch Diameter Beading Router Bit functions as a commercial-grade architectural profile cutting tool engineered to shape a classic 5/8-inch radius quarter-round edge with a distinct inset bead profile on solid hardwoods, softwoods, cabinet plywood, and wood composites. Manufactured with micrograin TiCo High-Density Carbide cutters treated with friction-reducing Red Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating, this heavy-duty 1/2-inch shank bit features a 3/8-inch ball bearing pilot, a 7/8-inch carbide height, and a 16,000 RPM maximum speed rating. Compatible with handheld portable routers and router table setups, this two-cutter decorative bit maintains sharp edge retention and chatter-free balance across cabinet doors, tabletop perimeters, and custom furniture joinery.

Best Used For:

  • Architectural Tabletop & Furniture Edging: Milling an elegant 5/8-inch radius rounded edge with a crisp inset bead profile along dining tables, desk perimeters, and stool seats.
  • Cabinet Door & Frame Detailing: Shaping decorative radiused borders on solid hardwood cabinet door stiles, face frames, and drawer fronts.
  • Guided Trim & Millwork Profiling: Tracing straight or curved workpiece perimeters using the 3/8-inch ball bearing guide to produce consistent architectural edge moldings.

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 bits.
  • Red Perma-SHIELD Thermal Barrier Coating: Non-stick fluoropolymer coating insulates the bit body against heat buildup, pitch accumulation, and rust corrosion.
  • Dual-Function Convertible Profile Architecture: Features a 3/8-inch pilot bearing to produce an inset bead; swapping to a larger 1/2-inch bearing converts the bit into a standard round-over bit.
  • Heavy-Duty 1/2-Inch Steel Shank: Provides maximum anti-flex structural stability and vibration resistance during deep 1-3/4-inch diameter profile cuts.
  • Computer-Balanced Dynamically Balanced Body: Precision-balanced tool body eliminates vibration and chatter marks at regulated speeds up to 16,000 RPM.
  • Integrated 3/8-Inch Pilot Ball Bearing: Smooth-rolling guide bearing tracks substrate faces accurately to prevent workpiece scoring or friction burning.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 36-127 5/8" Radius Beading Router Bit (1/2" Shank)
  • (1) Pre-Installed 3/8" Diameter Pilot Ball Bearing Assembly

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Freud
Model Number SKU 36-127
Product Tool Classification 5/8" Radius Decorative Beading Router Bit
Overall Cut Diameter (D) 1.750 in. (1-3/4 in.)
Shank Diameter (A) 0.500 in. (1/2 in.)
Profile Radiused Curve (R) 0.625 in. (5/8 in.)
Carbide Cutting Height (h) 0.875 in. (7/8 in.)
Overall Bit Length (H) 2.875 in. (2-7/8 in.)
Pilot Ball Bearing Diameter (B) 0.375 in. (3/8 in.)
Number of Cutting Flutes 2 Carbide Wings
Maximum Rotational Speed 16,000 RPM (Speed Adjustment Required)
Protective Body Finish Red Perma-SHIELD Non-Stick Coating
Carbide Grade Composition TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide
Machine Equipment Compatibility Handheld Routers and Router Tables with 1/2" Collet
Target Substrates Hardwood, Softwood, Cabinet Plywood, MDF, Wood Composites

Pro-Tip: When routing large 5/8-inch radius beading profiles into dense hardwoods, reduce your router speed setting to a maximum of 16,000 RPM to prevent surface burning. Take two light pass depths rather than one deep cut, ensuring the final pass removes only 1/32 inch of stock for a glass-smooth inset bead finish that requires minimal hand sanding.