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1/4″ Rabbet Router Bit x 1/2″ Shank – Whiteside 1885 (AstraHP Coated)

These bits are designed to cut rabbets and slots to the edge or ends of your material. Increase the versatility of these bits by simply changing the bearing size to vary your cutting depth. AstraHP Coated Shank: 1/2″ Cutting Depth: 1/4″ (determined by bearing OD.) Large Diameter: 7/8″ Cutting Length: 5/8″ Includes B3 bearing (3/16″ID, 1/2″ OD) See W-BB501 for bearing conversion kit. Also available in 1/4″ shank. Recommended RPM: 15,000 Made in USA

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Category: Rabbet Router Bit Rabbeting Bits

A Rabbet is an L-shaped notch cut along the edge of a panel or board, which can then accept another panel or board forming a rabbit joint.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Andrew J. ★★★★★

The AstraHP coating on this bit really stood out during my first run—no burned edges on the cherry, and the cut stayed clean even after several passes. The 1/2" shank gave me zero wobble, which made the rabbet depth feel precise without dialing in extra tension. I’m already grabbing a second one for

Chloe ★★★★★

Cut a perfect rabbet in some oak yesterday and the 1/2″ shank didn’t wobble a bit, even on a deep pass. The AstraHP coating kept the edge clean for the whole run, which is exactly what I hoped for.

Joseph V. ★★★★★

The AstraHP coating on this bit really makes a difference—even after cutting a dozen or so oak boards, I’m not seeing any burn marks. It fits my 1/4-inch collet snugly, and the shank feels solid in the router.