Freud 38-524 1-1/2 Inch Classical Bold Cove and Bead Router Bit 1/4 Inch Shank Quadra-Cut TiCo Carbide Decorative Edging Tool for Wood Millwork

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SKU: 38-524
Regular price $42.99 USD

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Transform Your Woodwork with the Distinctive Detail of Freud’s Classical Bold Cove & Bead Bit

The Freud 38-524 1-1/2" Classical Bold Cove and Bead Router Bit is a professional-grade solution for woodworkers looking to add a sophisticated, traditional profile to furniture perimeters, cabinet doors, and architectural millwork. This bit combines a smooth concave cove with a crisp bead detail, creating a "Bold" profile that catches the light and adds immediate depth to any project. Whether you are crafting heirloom furniture or decorative plaques, this bit provides the consistency and durability required for high-production shop environments.

Engineered with Freud's patented Quadra-Cut technology, this bit features four cutting edges rather than the standard two. This design uses two large cutters to do the heavy lifting while two smaller, upward-shearing cutters provide a secondary finish that is glass-smooth. Protected by a non-stick Perma-SHIELD® Coating, the 38-524 resists heat and pitch buildup, ensuring a longer tool life and reducing the risk of wood burning during use in solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, or composites.

Key Features

  • Quadra-Cut Design: Patented four-cutter geometry produces an extra-fine finish with no sanding required.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating protects against heat collection, corrosion, and pitch buildup.
  • Industrial Carbide: Features TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide for maximum tool life and long-term edge retention.
  • Versatile Application: Perfect for adding distinctive design to cabinets, furniture, plaques, and custom millwork.
  • Multi-Material Compatibility: Expertly cuts through solid hardwoods, softwoods, plywoods, and composites.
  • Universal Setup: Fully optimized for peak performance in both hand-held and table-mounted routers.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 38-524 1-1/2" Classical Bold Cove & Bead Router Bit (1/4" Shank)

Specifications

Overall Diameter (D) 1-1/2 Inches
Shank Diameter (A) 1/4 Inch
Carbide Height (h) 11/16 Inch
Large Radius (R1) 1/4 Inch
Overall Length (H) 2-5/16 Inches
Bearing Diameter (B) 3/8 Inch
Number of Cutters 2
Maximum RPM 16,000 RPM
Cutting Technology Quadra-Cut™ Design
Bit Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide Tipped
Pro-Tip: To achieve a flawless finish on end-grain cuts, always use a backer board to prevent splintering at the end of the profile. For the cleanest results with the Quadra-Cut design, make your final pass a very light "skim" cut to let the secondary cutters polish the surface!