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Freud straight mortising bit is a double flute router bit designed for general stock removal with a smooth finish, so each pass clears material efficiently while leaving surfaces ready for follow-up operations. The 1/2 inch diameter cutting profile shapes consistent mortises and grooves, which keeps joinery layouts uniform across multiple parts. A 1/2 inch shank matches common router collets, helping the bit seat securely during work on different router setups. The 1 inch cutting height handles typical mortise depths and trenching tasks in one or more passes, so routing setups stay straightforward on repeat jobs. The overall 2-5/8 inch length balances reach and control, keeping the bit manageable in hand-held work while still accessing common cut depths. As a straight mortising bit in the router bits product class, it focuses on accurate straight cuts rather than profiling or edge detailing.
This straight mortising router bit is specified for cutting all composition materials, plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods, which lets one bit handle varied sheet goods and solid stock in the same project. The design is intended for use on CNC and other automatic routers, so it fits into programmed production environments where repeat passes shape multiple identical parts. It is also specified for hand-held routers, allowing on-site or bench work where the router follows guides or jigs for mortises and grooves. Use on table-mounted portable routers is also called out, so the bit can support fence-guided cuts in a small shop or jobsite table. Across these router setups, the same cutting geometry supports straight, accurate stock removal for joinery and groove work.
This Freud Tool straight mortising router bit is in the Straight Mortising category, so it is oriented to straight-line stock removal rather than edge profiling, which suits cabinet joinery, slotting, and trenching operations. Cutting all composition materials means it can work through typical engineered sheet goods used in casework, letting one bit handle interior partitions and back panels. Its ability to cut plywoods supports routing dados and grooves in cabinet carcasses and shelving panels without changing tooling between related parts. When cutting hardwoods, the bit manages solid fronts, rails, and stiles, so mortises for frame construction share the same width and depth across a project. The rating for softwoods extends its use to construction-grade and trim materials, giving the same mortising capability on lighter species often used in built-ins and shop fixtures.
The double flute layout controls chip flow during general stock removal with a smooth finish, which helps mortises and grooves stay straight and reduces surface irregularities that could affect glue joints. Because the 1/2 inch diameter remains fixed, jigs and CNC programs can reference that width, allowing repeat setups where the bit path defines exact joint clearances. The 1/2 inch shank fits standard router collets found on many CNC, automatic, and portable routers, so switching the bit between machines retains the same cutting geometry for matched results. With a 1 inch cutting height, the bit can reach common joint depths in plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods using the same setup, limiting the number of different bits needed for similar cuts. The 2-5/8 inch length gives enough projection for those depths while keeping leverage on the bit reasonable, which aids in keeping cuts true during heavier stock removal.
This Freud straight mortising bit cuts all composition materials, plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods, so it can be used across typical sheet goods and solid lumber in woodworking projects.
The Freud router bit 12-116 is specified for CNC and other automatic routers, as well as hand-held and table-mounted portable routers, supporting both shop and jobsite routing setups.
The 1/2 inch shank matches common router collets, so the bit can be clamped securely in many routers, helping maintain stable cuts during general stock removal operations.
This straight mortising router bit has a 1 inch cutting height, allowing mortises and grooves up to that depth to be machined in suitable materials using appropriate passes.
The double flute design on this bit supports general stock removal with a smooth finish, helping routed joints and grooves stay clean enough for accurate assembly.
The Freud mortising bit 12-116 has an overall length of 2-5/8 inches, balancing reach for typical cut depths with manageable control in different router setups.
The Freud straight mortising bit with 1/2 inch diameter, 1/2 inch shank, 1 inch cutting height, and 2-5/8 inch length provides a defined cutting geometry for mortises and grooves across many woodworking materials. Its role in general stock removal with a smooth finish supports cabinet, fixture, and furniture work where routed joints need clean, straight walls. With suitability for CNC, automatic, hand-held, and table-mounted routers, this bit can serve as a consistent cutting tool across different machines. Select this Freud Tool router bit when a straight mortising solution is needed for composition materials, plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods on repeat production or project work.
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