Studio shot of the Freud 36-128 Beading router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, four TiCo carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and bottom ball bearing pilot.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the 3/4 inch radius beading profile cut into a wood edge by the Freud 36-128 bit.
Diagram demonstrating how to convert the beading bit into a round over profile by swapping the bearing for a smaller size, showing both cut profiles side-by-side.
Action shot showing a gloved hand guiding a router equipped with the Freud 36-128 bit along the edge of a wooden workpiece.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
Studio shot of the Freud 36-128 Beading router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, four TiCo carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and bottom ball bearing pilot.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the 3/4 inch radius beading profile cut into a wood edge by the Freud 36-128 bit.
Diagram demonstrating how to convert the beading bit into a round over profile by swapping the bearing for a smaller size, showing both cut profiles side-by-side.
Action shot showing a gloved hand guiding a router equipped with the Freud 36-128 bit along the edge of a wooden workpiece.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
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Freud Router Bit 36-128 3/4 In Radius 1/2 In Shank Beading (16000 RPM 4 Cutter TiCo Carbide Perma-SHIELD Edge Decorative Furniture Millwork Tool)

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SKU: 36-128
$51.49 USD

Description

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Precision Freud 3/4 Inch Radius Beading Router Bit 36-128 with 1/2 Inch Shank

The Freud 36-128 3/4-Inch Radius Beading Router Bit functions as an industrial-grade architectural edging tool engineered to execute decorative inset bead profiles and soft radiused edges on solid hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and wood composites. Manufactured with four micrograin TiCo High-Density Carbide cutters coated in friction-reducing Red Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating, this heavy-duty 1/2-inch shank bit incorporates a 3/8-inch ball bearing pilot, a 1-inch carbide height, and a 16,000 RPM maximum speed rating. Compatible with table-mounted router setups and handheld portable routers, this four-cutter decorative bit provides vibration-free operation and ultra-smooth surface finishes across custom furniture, table tops, and architectural millwork.

Best Used For:

  • Architectural Table Top & Counter Edging: Milling clean 3/4-inch radius inset bead decorative profiles along dining table edges, mantels, and desk tops.
  • Custom Cabinetry & Face-Frame Millwork: Softening sharp corners while adding decorative architectural shadow lines to cabinet doors and drawer fronts.
  • Convertible Round-Over Edge Shaping: Shaping smooth radiused edges by utilizing the included pilot or converting to a standard round-over profile via an alternate bearing.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Exclusive 4-Cutter Shear Geometry: Four precision-ground carbide wings double the cuts per revolution over standard 2-cutter bits for chatter-free, burn-free finishes.
  • TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide: Proprietary titanium-cobalt carbide formulation retains 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, resin accumulation, and rust corrosion.
  • Heavy-Duty 1/2-Inch Steel Shank: Provides maximum anti-flex structural stability and vibration resistance during large 2-inch diameter profile cuts.
  • Convertible Profile Design: Easily converts to a standard 3/4-inch round-over bit by replacing the pilot bearing assembly.
  • Computer-Balanced Dynamically Balanced Body: Dynamically balanced tool body eliminates vibration at regulated speeds up to 16,000 RPM.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 36-128 3/4" Radius Beading Router Bit with 1/2" Shank

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Freud
Model Number SKU 36-128
Product Tool Classification 4-Cutter Beading Edging Woodworking Router Bit
Overall Cut Diameter (D) 2.000 in. (2 in.)
Shank Diameter (A) 0.500 in. (1/2 in.)
Profile Radiused Curve (R) 0.750 in. (3/4 in.)
Carbide Cutting Height (h) 1.000 in. (1 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 4 Carbide Wings
Maximum Rotational Speed 16,000 RPM (Speed Adjustment Required)
Protective Body Coating Red Perma-SHIELD Non-Stick Coating
Carbide Grade Composition TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide
Machine Equipment Compatibility Variable-Speed Router Tables and Handheld Routers
Target Substrates Hardwood, Softwood, Plywood, MDF, Wood Composites

Pro-Tip: Due to the large 2-inch overall diameter of this beading bit, reduce your variable-speed router to a maximum of 16,000 RPM prior to powering on. Taking two shallow depth passes rather than one heavy pass when routing dense hardwoods like white oak prevents burning and maximizes the cutting efficiency of the four TiCo carbide edges.