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Factory Second – 1/2″ Triple Flute Compression Chipbreaker (1/2″ Shank) 540-CM500CB-3FL

Factory Seconds-can be up to +/- .007in. out of tolerance but still sharp and work as designed. Please note that image is for representation only and may not accurately portray actual tool. Solid Carbide Cut Diameter: 1/2″ Length of cut: 2″ Spiral Change: 0.375″ Overall Length: 3-1/2″ Made in USA

Factory Second – 1/2″ Triple Flute Compression Chipbreaker (1/2″ Shank) - Main image
$75.59 $119.99 In stock

Category: Out-of-Spec (Factory Seconds)

This listing is for a factory second 1/2-inch triple flute compression chipbreaker router bit, identified as model 540-CM500CB-3FL. It is sold as an out-of-spec or surplus item, which may have cosmetic or minor functional imperfections. The bit features a 1/2-inch shank and a triple flute compression design, intended for chipbreaking during routing operations.

  • Triple flute compression chipbreaker design
  • 1/2-inch shank size
  • Sold as a factory second / surplus item
  • May have cosmetic or minor functional imperfections
  • Useful for routing applications where chip control is needed
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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Robert S. ★★★★★

The triple flute geometry is doing exactly what I hoped—clean edges on both sides of the plywood with zero tear-out, even on the climb cut. You can tell it's a factory second only if you stare at the finish, but the cut quality makes that irrelevant.

Richard ★★★★★

I’ve used it for a few test cuts on plywood and the triple flute design leaves a surprisingly clean edge with zero tear-out, even at full depth. The chipbreaker really does its job—no clogging or burning halfway through. Only thing is the finish has a slight scuff, but for a factory second it’s cut

Amelia ★★★★★

The shank seated perfectly in my router collet with no wobble, and the triple flute design left a cleaner edge than I expected for a factory second. Sure, the finish has a few cosmetic marks, but at this price it’s a steal for the cut quality.