A professional studio shot of the Freud 43-216 15/16 inch carbide-tipped insert bevel trim router bit on a white background, featuring a 1/4 inch shank, signature red non-stick coating, and a 4-sided replaceable carbide knife with a top pilot bearing for precision laminate trimming and woodworking.
Technical profile diagram of the Freud 43-216 router bit demonstrating a 45-degree bevel trim capacity on a wood workpiece, highlighting the clean geometric edges and professional surfacing finish achieved with replaceable carbide insert knives.
A professional studio shot of the Freud 43-216 15/16 inch carbide-tipped insert bevel trim router bit on a white background, featuring a 1/4 inch shank, signature red non-stick coating, and a 4-sided replaceable carbide knife with a top pilot bearing for precision laminate trimming and woodworking.
Technical profile diagram of the Freud 43-216 router bit demonstrating a 45-degree bevel trim capacity on a wood workpiece, highlighting the clean geometric edges and professional surfacing finish achieved with replaceable carbide insert knives.
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Freud Router Bit 43-216 15/16 Inch 45 Degree Bevel Trim 1/4 Inch Shank 12000 RPM 4 Sided Carbide Insert Knife Plastic Laminate Trimmer Tool

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SKU: 43-216
$105.97 USD

Description

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Precision Freud 45-Degree Insert Bevel Trim Router Bit 43-216 with 1/4 Inch Shank

The Freud 43-216 15/16-Inch Carbide Tipped Insert Bevel Trim Router Bit functions as an industrial-grade laminate edging tool engineered to execute precise 45-degree bevel cuts and eliminate sharp corners on plastic laminates, acrylics, and melamine substrates. Manufactured with a 4-sided rotatable solid carbide insert knife system (part # CG01MBA3) and a 3/4-inch ball bearing pilot, this 1/4-inch shank bit features a 15/64-inch cutter height, a 1-23/64-inch overall cutter diameter, and a 12,000 RPM maximum speed rating. Compatible with compact laminate trimmers and handheld portable routers, this 2-wing insert bit allows instant edge rotation when dull to maintain razor-sharp performance, delivering burn-free, factory-smooth bevel transitions across countertop fabrication and cabinet joinery without manual filing.

Best Used For:

  • Plastic Laminate Countertop Beveling: Cutting a clean 45-degree decorative bevel along Formica and Wilsonart countertop edges to prevent chipping and eliminate manual hand filing.
  • Cabinet Door & Drawer Edge Finishing: Beveling plastic laminate, acrylic, and melamine face edges on commercial cabinet doors to create durable, softened transitions.
  • Guided Bevel Edge Duplication: Following substrate faces using the 3/4-inch pilot ball bearing to produce consistent, chatter-free bevel profiles on curved trim work.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • 4-Sided Indexable Solid Carbide Inserts: Replaceable solid carbide knives feature four distinct cutting edges, allowing quick rotation to a fresh edge for zero sharpening downtime.
  • Precision 45-Degree Bevel Cut Geometry: Precision-ground angle removes sharp laminate overhangs in a single pass, replacing tedious hand filing.
  • Integrated 3/4-Inch Ball Bearing Pilot: Smooth-rolling guide bearing tracks substrate faces accurately to prevent workpiece scoring or friction burning.
  • Cost-Effective Maintenance System: Indexable throwaway insert design eliminates bit sharpening costs and maintains exact cutter diameter over time.
  • Computer-Balanced Dynamically Balanced Body: Dynamically balanced tool body eliminates vibration and edge chatter at speeds up to 12,000 RPM.
  • Universal 1/4-Inch Shank Profile: Fits standard 1/4-inch router collets across compact palm laminate trimmers and handheld portable routers.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 43-216 Insert Bevel Trim Router Bit with 1/4" Shank
  • (1) Installed 4-Sided Solid Carbide Replaceable Insert Knife (CG01MBA3)
  • (1) 3/4" Pilot Ball Bearing Assembly

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Freud
Model Number SKU 43-216
Product Tool Classification Insert Carbide Bevel Trim Laminate Router Bit
Overall Cut Diameter (D) 1.359375 in. (1-23/64 in.)
Shank Diameter (d) 0.250 in. (1/4 in.)
Bevel Cut Angle (a°) 45 Degrees
Carbide Cutter Height (B) 0.234375 in. (15/64 in.)
Overall Bit Length (L) 2.625 in. (2-5/8 in.)
Pilot Ball Bearing Diameter 0.750 in. (3/4 in.)
Number of Cutting Wings 2 Wings
Maximum Rotational Speed 12,000 RPM (Speed Adjustment Required)
Cutting Edge Material Solid Micrograin Carbide Insert Knife
Replacement Knife Part Number Freud CG01MBA3
Machine Equipment Compatibility Compact Laminate Trimmers, Handheld Routers, Router Tables
Target Substrates Plastic Laminates, Melamine, Acrylics, Wood Veneers

Pro-Tip: When indexing or replacing the CG01MBA3 carbide knife on this bevel trim bit, use a brass wire brush to clean all contact adhesive dust and wood chips out of the cutter pocket before tightening the torx mounting screw. Seating the insert knife on a clean pocket face ensures perfect alignment and prevents premature micro-chipping of the solid carbide cutting edge at 12,000 RPM.