Studio shot of the Freud 42-116 Flush Trim router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide flutes, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing pilot.
Retail packaging for the Freud 42-116 router bit showing the tool behind clear plastic with specifications including 1/2 inch diameter and 1/2 inch shank.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the straight flush trim cut on a laminate edge by the Freud 42-116 bit, specifying a 2 inch cutting height.
3D illustration of a wood block with a white laminate top surface being trimmed perfectly flush to the edge using the Freud 42-116 bit.
3D illustration demonstrating pattern routing where a wooden workpiece is trimmed to exactly match the shape of a template guide placed below it.
Studio shot of the Freud 42-116 Flush Trim router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide flutes, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing pilot.
Freud Flush Trim Bits Make Your Job Easier promotional video
Studio shot of the Freud 42-116 Flush Trim router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide flutes, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing pilot.
Retail packaging for the Freud 42-116 router bit showing the tool behind clear plastic with specifications including 1/2 inch diameter and 1/2 inch shank.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the straight flush trim cut on a laminate edge by the Freud 42-116 bit, specifying a 2 inch cutting height.
3D illustration of a wood block with a white laminate top surface being trimmed perfectly flush to the edge using the Freud 42-116 bit.
3D illustration demonstrating pattern routing where a wooden workpiece is trimmed to exactly match the shape of a template guide placed below it.
Studio shot of the Freud 42-116 Flush Trim router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide flutes, 1/2 inch silver shank, and top ball bearing pilot.
Freud Flush Trim Bits Make Your Job Easier promotional video
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Freud 42-116 1/2 Inch Diameter Flush Trim Router Bit 2 Inch Cutting Length 1/2 Inch Shank TiCo Carbide Tipped Pattern Tool

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SKU: 42-116
$27.95 USD

Description

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Master Deep Pattern Routing and Edge Trimming with Maximum Stability

Conquer your deepest trimming applications with the Freud 42-116 1/2" Diameter Flush Trim Router Bit. Featuring an impressive 2-inch cutting height, this industrial-grade tool is engineered to handle thick stock, multiple laminations, and deep template routing that standard bits simply cannot reach. To support such an extended cutting length, the bit is built on a heavy-duty 1/2" shank. This substantial mass provides the necessary rigidity to minimize vibration and deflection, ensuring that your long trim cuts remain perfectly straight, smooth, and chatter-free from top to bottom.

Designed for the professional shop, the 42-116 utilizes Freud’s exclusive TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide. This specialized micrograin formula is developed to retain a razor-sharp edge up to four times longer than standard carbide, effortlessly slicing through hardwood, softwood, plywood, and abrasive composites. The precision-ground ball bearing pilot glides smoothly along templates or substrate edges, allowing for exact duplication of complex curves and straight lines. Finished with Freud’s signature Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating, the tool resists heat buildup, corrosion, and pitch accumulation, guaranteeing reliable performance cut after cut.

Key Features

  • Extra-Long Reach: 2-inch carbide height is perfect for trimming thick lumber and deep nested templates.
  • Maximum Rigidity: 1/2" shank reduces vibration and deflection common in long router bits.
  • Precision Flush Trimming: Ideal for laminates, veneers, and duplicating parts from patterns.
  • TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide: Proprietary blend delivers maximum cutting life and extended sharpness.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating protects against heat, friction, and resin buildup.
  • Versatile Application: Balanced for safe use in hand-held and table-mounted portable routers.
  • Smooth Finish: Two-flute geometry provides efficient chip removal and a clean edge.

What's Included

(1) Freud 42-116 1/2" Diameter Flush Trim Router Bit with 2" Cutting Height

Specifications

Overall Diameter (D) 1/2"
Shank Diameter (A) 1/2"
Carbide Height (h) 2"
Overall Length (H) 4-3/8"
Bearing Diameter (B) 1/2"
Number of Cutters 2
Max RPM 24,000
Coating Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick
Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide
Application Deep Flush Trimming, Template Work

Pro-Tip: Due to the extreme 2-inch length of this cutter, leverage forces are higher than on shorter bits. To ensure the best finish and safety, reduce your feed rate slightly and ensure the bit is fully inserted into the collet (but not bottomed out). If you are trimming thick hardwood, consider making a rough cut with a jigsaw or bandsaw first to leave only 1/16" to 1/8" of material for the router bit to remove.