A studio product photograph of the Freud 42-080 flush trimming router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD coated body, two silver carbide cutting flutes, a top-mounted ball bearing pilot, and a 1/4 inch shank.
A technical cross-section diagram of a wood-textured workpiece showing a 1-inch vertical red line on the right edge to indicate the maximum carbide cutting height for the 42-080 bit.
An isometric 3D render showing a rectangular piece of particle board with a thin grey laminate top layer, illustrating the materials suitable for flush trimming.
A 3D diagram showing a rectangular wood block positioned on top of a grey rectangular template, demonstrating the setup for pattern routing applications.
A studio product photograph of the Freud 42-080 flush trimming router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD coated body, two silver carbide cutting flutes, a top-mounted ball bearing pilot, and a 1/4 inch shank.
A technical cross-section diagram of a wood-textured workpiece showing a 1-inch vertical red line on the right edge to indicate the maximum carbide cutting height for the 42-080 bit.
An isometric 3D render showing a rectangular piece of particle board with a thin grey laminate top layer, illustrating the materials suitable for flush trimming.
A 3D diagram showing a rectangular wood block positioned on top of a grey rectangular template, demonstrating the setup for pattern routing applications.
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Freud Router Bit 42-080 7/8 In Dia 1/4 In Shank Flush Trim (24000 RPM TiCo Carbide Perma-SHIELD Ball Bearing Pilot Pattern Laminate Wood Tool)

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SKU: 42-080
$24.79 USD

Description

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Precision Freud 7/8 Inch Flush Trimming Router Bit 42-080 with 1/4 Inch Shank

The Freud 42-080 7/8-Inch Diameter Flush Trimming Router Bit functions as an industrial-grade pattern routing tool engineered to execute precise flush edge cuts, template replication, and laminate overhang trimming on solid hardwoods, softwoods, cabinet plywood, and plastic laminates. Manufactured with micrograin TiCo High-Density Carbide cutters coated in friction-reducing Red Perma-SHIELD non-stick finish, this 1/4-inch shank bit features a matching 7/8-inch steel ball bearing pilot, a 1-inch carbide height, and a 24,000 RPM maximum speed rating. Compatible with handheld portable routers and router table setups, this double-flute flush trim bit delivers smooth, burn-free edge profiles with high material removal rates across countertop installation and cabinet joinery tasks.

Best Used For:

  • Laminate Countertop Flush Trimming: Trimming plastic laminate overhangs and hardwood face-frame veneers flush with cabinet substrates in a single pass.
  • Template-Guided Pattern Replication: Following template curves using the 7/8-inch steel ball bearing pilot to duplicate intricate furniture parts cleanly.
  • Cabinet Edge Banding Leveling: Leveling solid wood edge bands up to 1 inch thick flush to plywood cabinet panels without tear-out or surface burning.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Wide 7/8-Inch Cutter Diameter: Changes the cutting edge approach angle to deliver a shearing cut that minimizes end-grain tear-out on complex wood species.
  • Precision Steel Ball Bearing Pilot: Integrated 7/8-inch guide bearing tracks templates and edge substrate faces smoothly to prevent workpiece scoring.
  • TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide: Proprietary titanium-cobalt carbide formulation maintains razor-sharp edges up to four times longer than standard carbide when milling abrasive laminates.
  • Red Perma-SHIELD Thermal Barrier Coating: Non-stick fluoropolymer coating insulates the bit body against heat buildup, resin accumulation, and rust corrosion.
  • Computer-Balanced Dynamically Balanced Body: Precision-balanced tool body eliminates vibration and chatter marks at speeds up to 24,000 RPM.
  • Universal 1/4-Inch Shank Profile: Fits standard 1/4-inch router collets across compact palm trimmers and handheld portable routers.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 42-080 7/8" Diameter x 1" Carbide Height Flush Trimming Router Bit with 1/4" Shank

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Freud
Model Number SKU 42-080
Product Tool Classification Flush Trimming Pattern Woodworking Router Bit
Overall Cut Diameter (D) 0.875 in. (7/8 in.)
Shank Diameter (A) 0.250 in. (1/4 in.)
Carbide Cutting Height (h) 1.000 in. (1 in.)
Overall Bit Length (H) 3.000 in. (3 in.)
Pilot Ball Bearing Diameter (B) 0.875 in. (7/8 in.)
Number of Cutting Flutes 2 Carbide Wings
Maximum Rotational Speed 24,000 RPM
Protective Body Finish Red Perma-SHIELD Non-Stick Coating
Carbide Grade Composition TiCo High-Density Micrograin Carbide
Machine Equipment Compatibility Handheld Trim Routers, Portable Routers, Router Tables
Target Substrates Plastic Laminates, Wood Veneers, Hardwood, Softwood, Plywood, MDF

Pro-Tip: When using this 7/8-inch diameter flush trim bit to cut abrasive plastic laminates, keep the ball bearing pilot clean of contact cement squeeze-out. Clean the bearing regularly with solvent to ensure it spins freely without dragging, which prevents friction heat from burning the finished laminate face.