Studio shot of the Freud 99-318 vertical raised panel router bit standing upright, featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body and carbide cutters with a curved profile on a 1/2 inch shank.
Technical diagram showing the cross-section profile of the Freud 99-318 bit, indicating a 1-5/8 inch cutting height and a 1-1/2 inch large radius for the raised panel curve.
Illustration showing the proper setup for using a vertical raised panel bit, depicting the bit mounted in a router table, a fence with an extension for vertical support, and a guide board clamped to the table for stability.
Studio shot of the Freud 99-318 vertical raised panel router bit standing upright, featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body and carbide cutters with a curved profile on a 1/2 inch shank.
Studio shot of the Freud 99-318 vertical raised panel router bit standing upright, featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body and carbide cutters with a curved profile on a 1/2 inch shank.
Technical diagram showing the cross-section profile of the Freud 99-318 bit, indicating a 1-5/8 inch cutting height and a 1-1/2 inch large radius for the raised panel curve.
Illustration showing the proper setup for using a vertical raised panel bit, depicting the bit mounted in a router table, a fence with an extension for vertical support, and a guide board clamped to the table for stability.
Studio shot of the Freud 99-318 vertical raised panel router bit standing upright, featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body and carbide cutters with a curved profile on a 1/2 inch shank.
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Freud Vertical Raised Panel Router Bit 99-318 1/2 Inch Shank (1-1/2 Dia 1-5/8 Carbide Height Cove Profile Cabinet Door Making Woodworking Cutter)

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SKU: 99-318
$43.99 USD

Description

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Production-Scale 1/2 Inch Shank 1-1/2 Inch Diameter Vertical Raised Panel Router Bit

The Freud 99-318 Vertical Raised Panel Router Bit functions as a commercial-duty door making shaper engineered to cut wide-reveal raised panel profiles on 3/4-inch timber stock using low-horsepower or single-speed routers. By orienting the workpiece vertically against a tall router table fence, this compact 1-1/2-inch overall diameter cutter replaces bulky horizontal panel bits, significantly diminishing spindle torque and motor drag. Constructed with micro-grain TiCo titanium cobalt carbide flutes and a heat-resistant red Perma-SHIELD finish, the 1/2-inch shank bit incorporates a 1-5/8-inch carbide cutting height with a 1-1/2-inch large radius to deliver burn-free panel passes at speeds up to 16,000 RPM across hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and composition timber.

Best Used For:

  • Vertical Raised Panel Door Milling: Shaping classic wide-reveal center panels for kitchen cabinet doors and bathroom vanities out of 3/4-inch solid wood.
  • Standard Shop Router Operation: Executing full-height panel profiles safely on 1.5 HP to 2 HP single-speed table routers without overloading the motor.
  • Wainscoting & Wall Paneling: Routing uniform architectural raised panel perimeters for solid hardwood furniture doors and interior wall assemblies.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Compact Vertical Orientation: Reduced 1-1/2-inch bit diameter minimizes rotational resistance, allowing safe use on standard benchtop router tables.
  • TiCo Micro-Grain Carbide Flutes: Specialized titanium cobalt carbide formulation holds razor-sharp cutting edges through extensive production runs.
  • Perma-SHIELD Thermal Protection: Non-stick red fluoropolymer coating resists resin buildup, reduces drag friction, and protects against rust.
  • 1-1/2 Inch Large Radius Reveal: Cuts a classic, smooth-flowing raised panel edge with deep architectural shadows for stain-grade cabinetry.
  • Router Table Fence Requirement: Engineered exclusively for safe vertical material guidance on table-mounted routers with tall auxiliary fences.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud 99-318 1-1/2" Diameter Vertical Raised Panel Router Bit with 1/2" Shank

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Freud Tools
Model Number SKU 99-318
Tool Classification Vertical Raised Panel Router Bit
Shank Diameter Track 0.50 in. (1/2 in.)
Overall Cutter Diameter 1.50 in. (1-1/2 in.)
Carbide Cutting Height 1.625 in. (1-5/8 in.)
Overall Tool Length 3.1875 in. (3-3/16 in.)
Large Radius Dimension (R1) 1.50 in. (1-1/2 in.)
Number of Cutting Flutes 2 Flutes
Maximum Operating Speed 16,000 RPM
Required Equipment Setup Router Table with Sturdy Auxiliary Fence
Material Applications Hardwood, Softwood, Plywood, Composition Wood

Pro-Tip: When routing vertical raised panels, install a tall auxiliary fence face and use featherboards to hold the workpiece firmly against both the table top and fence. Taking two incremental depth passes rather than a single full-depth pass eliminates chatter, protects the carbide edges, and produces a glass-smooth surface ready for staining.