
This article was reprinted with permission from Wood Tech Tooling,. Proper shear and hook angles improve the finish and reduce sanding.

This is extremely important when cutting across the grain. Kickback reducing shoulders reduce overfeeding.ĬMT & Freud engineer their bits to “slice” through the wood.

In response to one of the most dangerous hazards in woodworking, both Freud and CMT are leaders in innovative and safe tool design that contribute to a safer working environment. The cutting edge closest to the tip has an up-cut design, while the lower cutting edge has a down-cut design. These solid micrograin carbide spiral bits feature high shear cutting angles with compression action. Freud uses their exclusive red Perma-Shield™ and CMT their trademark orange PTFE coatings that also prevent adhesion of resins, and protects the bit from corrosion. Whiteside, one of the last remaining router bit manufacturers in North America, have introduced a new line of Ultimate Trim Bits. Your source for Astra Coated spiral CNC bits, router bits, Whiteside router bits, end mills, engraving tools, Festool power tools and more Skip to content. These carbides dull quickly.Ĭoatings not only make these bits easily recognizable, they reduce friction and heat build up. Most manufacturers use standard off-the-shelf carbide, which is normally formulated for metal cutting. Superior Grades of Carbide Provide Longer Life and Maximize Finish:īoth CMT & Freud demand only the highest grade Micro- Grain carbides designed specifically for woodworking. This lower cost method results in a weaker, less durable bit that is prone to breakage. In comparison, most other manufacturers either turn down cold steel or use die casting. It is chosen by both Porsche and Ferrari to make their engines! Freud utilizes heat forged steel for maximum strength and durability-the same process again used in the automobile industry to produce crank shafts.
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ISO Standards Assure Quality and Consistency:īoth Freud (ISO 9002) and CMT (ISO 9001) apply ISO Common Market Directives and are independently audited for quality control.ĬMT uses Fatigue Proof® that offers superior strength, uniformity and resistance to fatigue and abrasion. Here are just a few of the features that separate them from the rest: CMT & Freud excel at adhering to this time honored tradition. Building the best tools starts with using the best raw materials.
