Magnate 285B Straight Plunge 2 Flute Carbide Tipped Router Bit — 1/2" Cutting Diameter; 2" Cutting Length; 1/2" Shank Diameter; 1-1/2" Shank Length

Straight router bits are probably the most commonly used bits for various woodworking applications such as planing edges and cutting rabbets dadoes grooves or slots This 2 flute plunge straight bit features an extra carbide cutter at bottom for faster and cleaner plunging groove cutting and mortising When used on the Legacy Ornamental Mill this bit can mill grooves and mortises or mill contoured profiles when following a template simulating a copy lathe This carbide tipped bit is specifically designed and manufactured for the high quality demanded by woodworking industrial applications The cutting edges of this router bit are made from high industrial grade micrograin carbide tips brazed onto a heat treated high carbon steel body thus leading to exceptional hardness and rigidity Its cutting edges are radially relieved for a strong smooth cut in addition to avoiding rubbing and burning It is precision ground hardened and tempered in order to stand up to a variety of materials It is also equipped with wide open gullets for easy disposal of wood chips It is suited for softwoods hardwoods chipboard plywood and etc Note In order to avoid vibration and for maximum cutting quality always choose a router bit with the shortest cutting edge and the shortest overall length available that is able to fit your project application Excessive overall length may cause tool damage Always refer to the operation manual of your router first in the event that a router bit doesn t come with a speed chart you may start at about 2 000 rpm slower than the maximum speed described in the chart below Maximum speed below is for reference only actual best performance speed varies depending on a number of factors i e size of the router bit the material to be cut etc Run 24 000 rpm maximum for 1 overall diameter router bits Run 20 000 rpm maximum for 1 1 2 overall diameter router bits Run 18 000 rpm maximum for 2 overall diameter

• 1/2" cutting diameter
• 2" cutting length
• 1/2" shank diameter
• 1-1/2" shank length
• Part# 285B