Studio shot of the Freud 38-362 Classical Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, Quadra-Cut carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Classical Cove and Bead shape cut into a wood edge by the Freud 38-362 bit, specifying a 1/4 inch cove radius and 5/32 inch bead radius.
Close-up action shot of the Freud 38-362 router bit cutting a decorative classical cove and bead profile into a wood edge with visible sawdust.
Studio shot of the Freud 38-362 Classical Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, Quadra-Cut carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
Studio shot of the Freud 38-362 Classical Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, Quadra-Cut carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Classical Cove and Bead shape cut into a wood edge by the Freud 38-362 bit, specifying a 1/4 inch cove radius and 5/32 inch bead radius.
Close-up action shot of the Freud 38-362 router bit cutting a decorative classical cove and bead profile into a wood edge with visible sawdust.
Studio shot of the Freud 38-362 Classical Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, Quadra-Cut carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
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Freud Router Bit 38-362 1 1/2 In Classical Cove and Bead Edging (1/2 In Shank Quadra-Cut TiCo Carbide Perma-SHIELD 16000 Max RPM Woodworking)

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SKU: 38-362
$38.79 USD

Description

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Freud 38-362 1-1/2 Inch Classical Cove and Bead Quadra-Cut Router Bit

The Freud 38-362 is a 1-1/2-inch overall diameter classical cove and bead decorative edging router bit engineered to rout architectural profiles on furniture, cabinetry, and wooden plaques. Featuring a 1/2-inch shank and Freud’s patented Quadra-Cut™ 4-cutter technology, two primary cutters perform stock removal while two shear-up finishing cutters trim the edge to eliminate cross-grain splintering and sanding steps. Forged with TiCo™ Hi-Density Micrograin Carbide and coated in heat-resistant Perma-SHIELD® non-stick finish, this bit operates at speeds up to 16,000 RPM across solid hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and composites in handheld or table-mounted routers.

Best Used For:

  • Architectural Tabletop & Millwork Edging: Milling classical 1/4-inch cove and 5/32-inch bead edge profiles on hardwood table rims, mantels, and baseboard trims.
  • Cabinet Door & Drawer Face Profiling: Shaping perimeter borders on solid wood cabinet doors and drawer fronts with tearout-free cuts.
  • Plaque & Display Board Detailing: Cutting decorative outer frame profiles into solid woods, plywoods, and composite sheet stock.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Quadra-Cut™ 4-Cutter System: Utilizes two main stock-removal cutters and two shear-up finishing cutters to yield glass-smooth cuts without cross-grain tearout.
  • TiCo™ Hi-Density Micrograin Carbide: Custom-formulated carbide tips offer high wear resistance and extended edge life on abrasive woods.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating: Protective red fluoropolymer coating resists pitch buildup, resin accumulation, and rust formation.
  • Rigid 1/2-Inch Steel Shank: Heavy-gauge shank diameter minimizes vibration and tool deflection for chatter-free routing passes.
  • Computer-Balanced Anti-Kickback Design: Body profile restricts cut depth per revolution to lower kickback risks during manual stock feeding.
  • Precision Pilot Ball Bearing: Integrated 1/2-inch guide bearing ensures uniform edge tracking along straight and curved workpiece profiles.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 38-362 1-1/2" Diameter Classical Cove and Bead Router Bit with 1/2" Shank

Technical Specifications

Brand Manufacturer Freud® Tools
Model Part Number OEM SKU 38-362
Overall Cutting Diameter (D) 1.500 inches (1-1/2" / 38.1 mm)
Shank Diameter (A) 0.500 inches (1/2" / 12.7 mm)
Carbide Cutting Height (h) 0.625 inches (5/8" / 15.9 mm)
Overall Tool Length (H) 2.500 inches (2-1/2" / 63.5 mm)
Large Cove Radius (R1) 0.250 inches (1/4" / 6.4 mm)
Small Bead Radius (R2) 0.156 inches (5/32" / 4.0 mm)
Pilot Bearing Diameter (B) 0.500 inches (1/2" / 12.7 mm)
Number of Carbide Cutters 4 Cutters (Quadra-Cut™ Dual Shear Geometry)
Maximum Operating Speed 16,000 RPM
Body Protective Coating Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Fluoropolymer
Cutter Metallurgy Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Micrograin Carbide
Global Trade Item Number GTIN 00008925080977

Pro-Tip: Adjust your router motor speed to a maximum of 16,000 RPM due to the 1-1/2-inch cutter diameter; making a initial shallow roughing pass followed by a final 1/32-inch finish pass prevents burn marks on dense cherry and maple stock.