Studio shot of the Freud 38-632 Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Cove and Bead shape cut into a wood edge by the Freud 38-632 bit, specifying a 5/32 inch radius.
Studio shot of the Freud 38-632 Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
Studio shot of the Freud 38-632 Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Cove and Bead shape cut into a wood edge by the Freud 38-632 bit, specifying a 5/32 inch radius.
Studio shot of the Freud 38-632 Cove and Bead router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing guide.
Freud Quadra Cut Router Bits promotional video
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Freud 38-632 1-1/8 Inch Diameter Cove and Bead Router Bit 1/2 Inch Shank Decorative Edging Tool for Woodworking Cabinets and Millwork

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SKU: 38-632
$25.99 USD

Description

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Add Distinctive Character to Your Woodwork with the Freud Cove and Bead Router Bit

Elevate the quality of your furniture and cabinetry with the Freud 38-632 1-1/8" Cove and Bead Router Bit. This versatile decorative edging tool is designed to produce a classic profile featuring a concave radius (cove) and a rounded bead, adding timeless elegance to plaques, millwork, and furniture edges. With a robust 1/2" shank, this bit provides superior stability and reduced vibration, ensuring smooth operation whether you are using a hand-held router or a table-mounted setup.

Freud bits are renowned for their industrial-grade construction, and the 38-632 is no exception. It features TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide, a proprietary blend specifically engineered to retain a sharp edge longer, even when cutting through tough hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and composites. The bit is also protected by Freud’s exclusive Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating, which minimizes friction and prevents the buildup of heat, rust, and pitch, resulting in cleaner cuts and a longer tool life.

Key Features

  • Classic Profile: Creates a decorative Cove and Bead edge ideal for molding and furniture detail.
  • TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide: Specially formulated carbide allows for a sharper edge and longer tool life.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating protects against heat, corrosion, and resin adhesion.
  • Heavy-Duty Shank: 1/2" shank offers maximum stability and minimizes chatter during heavy cuts.
  • Versatile Application: Safe for use on both hand-held and table-mounted routers.
  • Multi-Material Compatibility: Cuts flawlessly through plywood, softwoods, hardwoods, and composition materials.
  • Shear Angle Design: Slices through wood fibers for a clean, chatter-free finish.

What's Included

(1) Freud 38-632 1-1/8" Diameter Cove and Bead Router Bit

Specifications

Overall Diameter (D) 1-1/8"
Shank Diameter (A) 1/2"
Carbide Height (h) 1/2"
Overall Length (H) 2-9/16"
Large Radius (R1) 5/32"
Minor Height (m) 5/64"
Bearing Diameter (B) 3/8"
Number of Cutters 2
Max RPM 18,000
Profile Design Cove and Bead
Coating Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick
Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide
Country of Origin Italy

Pro-Tip: The Cove and Bead profile is excellent for hiding transitions between joined pieces of wood. When routing end grain, always route the ends first, followed by the long grain edges. This technique ensures that any tear-out that occurs on the end grain is removed when you make the final pass along the long grain.