Studio shot of the Freud 39-228 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, large carbide cutters for plunging, and a 1/2 inch silver shank.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the 1-1/4 inch wide flat-bottomed ovolo groove with 3/8 inch radius curved sides cut by the Freud 39-228 bit.
Studio shot of the Freud 39-228 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, large carbide cutters for plunging, and a 1/2 inch silver shank.
Studio shot of the Freud 39-228 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, large carbide cutters for plunging, and a 1/2 inch silver shank.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the 1-1/4 inch wide flat-bottomed ovolo groove with 3/8 inch radius curved sides cut by the Freud 39-228 bit.
Studio shot of the Freud 39-228 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, large carbide cutters for plunging, and a 1/2 inch silver shank.
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Freud 39-228 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Ovolo Groove Router Bit 1/2 Inch Shank TiCo Carbide Tipped Decorative Plunge Tool for French Provincial Cabinetry

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SKU: 39-228
$29.97 USD

Description

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Achieve Classic Elegance with Versatile Plunge and Edge Profiling

Infuse your cabinetry and furniture projects with timeless sophistication using the Freud 39-228 1-1/4" Diameter Ovolo Groove Router Bit. Designed to produce the signature flat-bottomed decorative grooves found in classic French Provincial styling, this bit is a staple for cabinet makers and millwork professionals. Its specialized geometry allows it to plunge directly into the face of door panels or drawer fronts to create intricate surface details. Furthermore, when paired with a router table fence or edge guide, this versatile tool transforms into an edge-profiling workhorse, capable of cutting clean round-overs or beading on the edge of your stock.

Engineered for heavy-duty performance and long-lasting precision, the 39-228 features a robust 1/2" shank that minimizes vibration for smoother cuts. The cutting edges are crafted from Freud’s exclusive TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide, a proprietary micrograin formula that stays sharper up to four times longer than standard carbide, even when working with abrasive composites or dense hardwoods. Coated in Freud’s signature Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating, the bit resists heat buildup, rust, and pitch accumulation, ensuring a flawless finish whether used in a hand-held router, table-mounted setup, or CNC machine.

Key Features

  • French Provincial Style: Routs the classic flat-bottomed ovolo groove for traditional doors and molding.
  • Versatile Application: Plunges for surface grooves or shapes edges when used with a fence.
  • TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide: Specialized blend delivers maximum cutting life and razor-sharp edges.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating protects against heat, corrosion, and resin buildup.
  • Heavy-Duty Stability: 1/2" shank reduces chatter for cleaner cuts in hardwood, softwood, and plywood.
  • Multi-Machine Compatibility: Safe for use in CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted routers.

What's Included

(1) Freud 39-228 1-1/4" Diameter Ovolo Groove Router Bit with 1/2" Shank

Specifications

Overall Diameter (D) 1-1/4"
Shank Diameter (A) 1/2"
Radius (R) 3/8"
Carbide Height (h) 9/16"
Overall Length (H) 2-1/16"
Small Diameter (n) 1/2"
Number of Cutters 2
Max RPM 18,000
Coating Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick
Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide

Pro-Tip: Since this bit does not feature a pilot bearing, you must use a router table fence or an edge guide attached to your router when cutting profiles along the edge of a board. Without a guide, the bit can wander, ruining your workpiece. Also, note the Max RPM is 18,000—adjust your variable speed router accordingly to prevent burning.