Freud Slotting Cutter 56108 1/8 Inch 3 Wing (2 Inch Diameter 5/16 Bore Carbide Tipped TMolding Spline Tongue Groove Woodworking Tool)

Freud 56-108 1/8" 3-Wing Carbide-Tipped Slotting Cutter

The Freud 56-108 1/8-inch 3-wing slotting cutter cuts precise 1/8-inch high grooves up to 9/16-inch deep for T-moldings, spline joints, and tongue-and-groove joinery. Engineered with a balanced 3-wing geometry and premium TiCo high-density carbide cutting tips, this 2-inch diameter tool operates safely up to 16,000 maximum RPM while delivering glass-smooth finishes. Outfitted with a 5/16-inch bore designed for compatibility with Freud arbor systems, it equips professional woodworkers and cabinet makers with reliable, splinter-free slotting performance.

Best Used For:

• T-Molding Edge Slotting and Installation: Milling exact 1/8-inch slots along table edges and panel margins to install plastic or rubber T-moldings securely.
• Spline Joint and Tongue-and-Groove Joinery: Cutting uniform internal slots in panel edges to insert joining splines or mating tongues for aligned board assemblies.
• General Cabinetry Grooving and Rabbeting: Routing custom grooves and slots into cabinet panels, drawers, and millwork components.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• Balanced 3-Wing Geometry: Three-wing cutting design distributes the workload evenly to ensure smoother operation and reduced vibration.
• TiCo High-Density Carbide Tips: Premium carbide metallurgy maintains razor sharpness and resists wear across abrasive hardwoods and plywoods.
• Precision 5/16-Inch Bore Hole: Standardized bore sizing mounts securely onto Freud 60-100 (1/4") and 60-102 (1/2") router arbors.
• Maximum 9/16-Inch Cutting Depth: Provides deep slot reach for robust spline insertion and secure joint engagement.
• High-Speed 16,000 Maximum RPM: Engineered for safe, stable performance in both hand-held and table-mounted routers.

What's Included

• (1) Freud 1/8-Inch 3-Wing Slotting Cutter (56-108)

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: When cutting slots for T-moldings or splines with a 3-wing slotting cutter, always test your fit on a scrap piece of wood first; minor variations in panel thickness can require slight arbor height adjustments for a flush fit.