{"product_id":"freud-77-605-3-8-inch-three-flute-mortise-compression-spiral-router-bit-with-3-8-inch-shank-solid-carbide-black-i-c-e-coating-for-melamine-and-plywood","title":"Freud 77-605 3\/8 Inch Three Flute Mortise Compression Spiral Router Bit with 3\/8 Inch Shank Solid Carbide Black I.C.E. Coating Melamine and Plywood","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-wrapper\" style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/pages\/brand-freud\" title=\"Link to the Freud Tools homepage.\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/freud3.jpg?v=1772570772\" alt=\"Freud precisely the best logo Logout\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eAchieve Flawless Chip-Free Finishes on Double-Sided Materials with Precision Mortise Compression Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFreud 77-605 3\/8\" Mortise Compression Spiral Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance solution engineered for woodworkers who demand perfection when routing delicate, double-sided materials. Unlike standard compression bits, this mortise-specific design features a shorter up-shear length, making it the premier choice for milling grooves, mortises, and through-cuts in thin materials 5\/8\" thick or less. By combining up-cut and down-cut action, this bit compresses the fibers of the material toward the center, ensuring a splinter-free finish on both the top and bottom surfaces of \u003cstrong\u003emelamine, veneered plywood, and laminates\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for industrial durability, the 77-605 is manufactured from \u003cstrong\u003eFreud Premier Solid Carbide\u003c\/strong\u003e and enhanced with \u003cstrong\u003eTiCo™ High-Density Carbide\u003c\/strong\u003e to provide 2X the cutting life and performance of standard uncoated bits. The bit is finished with Freud’s proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eBlack I.C.E. (Industrial Cooling Element) coating\u003c\/strong\u003e, which maintains a cool cutting edge and facilitates superior chip evacuation to prevent burning and resin buildup. Optimized for high-speed use in CNC machines, handheld routers, and table-mounted setups, this three-flute bit provides a faster feed rate and a smoother finish in hardwoods, softwoods, and composites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Mortising:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short up-shear length is specifically designed for perfect grooves and mortises in delicate materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Material Excellence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expertly routs melamine, veneer plywood, hardwood, softwood, and wood composites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack I.C.E. Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Innovative coating keeps the cutting edge cool and ensures superior chip evacuation for a cleaner finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiCo™ High-Density Carbide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specialized Freud carbide provides 2X increased life and performance versus standard bits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Flute Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features three cutters for faster feed rates and an exceptionally high-quality finish compared to standard bits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for through-cuts in thin double-sided materials and professional-grade mortising tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Freud 77-605 3\/8\" Three Flute Mortise Compression Spiral Bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"432\" style=\"width: 34.4643%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221);\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 51.5206%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 48.4794%;\"\u003eFreud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 51.5206%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 48.4794%;\"\u003e77-605\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 51.5206%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Diameter (D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 48.4794%;\"\u003e0.375 in (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 51.5206%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter (A)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 48.4794%;\"\u003e0.375 in (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 51.5206%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbide Height (h)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 48.4794%;\"\u003e1.25 in (1-1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 51.5206%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpcut Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; 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