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1/2″ Down-Cut Pattern Router Bit – 1/4″ Cut (AstraHP Coated)

Get super crisp edges and flat bottoms with our new solid carbide down cut pattern bit! 1/2″ diameter with 1/4″ cut depth on a 1/4″ shank, perfect for mortising hinges with a cordless trim router. AstraHP Coated Solid Carbide 1/4″ Shank 1/2″ Cut Diameter 3 Flute 1/4″ Cut Length 1-3/4″ Overall length Recommended RPM: 16,000 Made in USA

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Category: Pattern Router Bit Template Bits

Overview

This 1/2″ down cut pattern bit is built for shallow template-on-top routing with handheld trim routers and compact routers. The short 1/4″ cutting length is ideal for hinge mortising, shallow recesses, pattern work, and crisp top-edge cuts where a full-length pattern bit is more than you need.

The top bearing follows your template while the down-cut geometry helps press fibers down for a cleaner top edge. Use this bit after removing most of the waste and keep the bearing fully supported by a clean, stable template edge.

For deeper trimming or larger-router work, choose a longer cut-length pattern bit or step up to a 1/2″ shank tool where appropriate.

Full Specifications

Shank 1/4″
Cutting Length 1/4″
Overall Length 1-3/4″
Bearing Position Top
Cut Direction Down-Cut spiral
Construction Solid carbide
Coating AstraHP Coated
Recommended Use Shallow template-on-top routing with handheld trim routers and compact routers.
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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Nicholas ★★★★★

The down-cut design keeps my work surface chip-free when I'm trimming flush to a template on shallow mortises. It's noticeably smoother than my old straight-flute bit.

Ryan I. ★★★★★

I’ve been using this bit for hinge mortises on a handheld trim router, and the AstraHP coating is holding up noticeably better than uncoated bits I’ve tried before. The 1/2″ shank keeps it steady even in tight spots.

Robert ★★★★★

The short 1/4″ cutting length is exactly what I needed for hinge mortising with my compact router. The down-cut spiral leaves a clean top edge, making template-on-top work much smoother than my old up-cut bit.

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