Bead Router Bit
Selecting A Router Bit Set
The Router Bits every wood worker should own
The best way to get started with your router is to buy a basic set of bits. This will provide the basic bits that are most commonly used in the shop. The router bit set should have a variety of profiles so you can perform a wide range of cuts. Look for both profiling bits with a guide bearing such as a round over or chamfer bit. Also look for bits that can cut in the middle of the board, bits like a straight cutting bit and dovetail bit.
I recommend seven bits in a set. These are going to be the bits that allow you the most variety. As you learn and want to start building more complex projects you can buy bits to perform specific tasks. Below are descriptions of those seven bits and their basic functions.
Straight Cutting or Mortising Bit
This type of bit comes in several sizes starting around 1/2″ and ranging up to 1-1/4″. 3/4″ is very common and will work for most purposes. Use this router bit when mortising out hinges for doors or when cutting dados. A straight cutting bit leaves a smooth flat bottom which makes it a poor choice for plunge cutting. A spiral cutting bit is better suited for plunge cuts.
Dovetail Router Bit
Dovetail bits are primarily for cutting joints. Use with a dovetail jig to cut perfect dovetail corners for chests and drawers. This bit is available in several different angles and a variety of sizes.
Round Over Bit
This profiling bit cuts a rounded profile onto the edge of a piece of stock. Available in a number of sizes this router bit also has a bearing on the bottom to guide it around the perimeter of a board. This is a very common profile for table and desk tops.
Cove Bit
A cove bit does the opposite of a round over bit. It cuts a smooth concave cove into your stock. A cove bit also uses a bearing to follow the contours of the stock. Available in a variety of sizes, cove bits can add a nice decorative feature to desk tops and chair legs. When using larger size cove bits make successive passes gradually taking more wood off until the desired profile is reached.
Chamfering Bits
A chamfer is an angled profile. Chamfer bits are available in several angles with 45° being the most common. This profiling bits has a guide bearing to follow the edge of the piece being cut and is commonly used on laminate countertops and cabinets.
Ogee Bits
An ogee is a cove and a round over. This bit makes a wonderful decorative feature for a wide variety of projects. This bit has a guide bearing and can be used effectively freehand or with a router table.
Beading Bit
This bit cuts a bead with a small bevel above and below it. A beading bit take a bit of testing before making your final cut. Adjusting the height of the bit will help equal the size of the upper bevel with the lower bevel. This is an ideal router bit for shelves, casing and trim.
These seven router bits will do almost any cut you will need when starting out with a router.
It is better to try and get router bits with a 1/2″ shank rather than a 1/4″. If you are buying a larger bit that removes a lot of wood then a 1/2″ shank if almost mandatory. This larger shank size will provide more strength to the bit and reduce vibrations, this results in a smoother cut.
Always get router bits that have a carbide cutting surface. Carbide is much harder then the alternative, steel, and will hold its edge longer. Steel starts out cutting well but will loose their edge quicker then carbide.
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MLCS How to Make Bead Board
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Porter Cable 1/8″R Edge Beading Router Bit 43364PC $11.00 |
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1 pc 1/2″ Shank with 1/8″ Rad. Triple Bead Router Bit $20.00 |
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STANLEY BEADING 2-FLUTE ROUTER BIT $3.00 |
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1pc 1/2″ SH 5/8″ Radius Round Over/Beading Router Bit $20.25 |
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#449 OLDHAM EDGE BEADING W/BEARING ROUTER BIT 1-1/8″D $24.99 |
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#450 OLDHAM EDGE BEADING W/BEARING ROUTER BIT 7/8″D $19.99 |
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#451 OLDHAM EDGE BEADING W/BEARING ROUTER BIT 1″D $19.99 |
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#455 OLDHAM EDGE BEAD W/BEARING ROUTER BIT 7/8″D 1/2S $29.99 |
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41.3mm Cutting Diameter Double Flute Beading Router Bit $8.88 |
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Bosch 85621M Beading Stile Assembly Router Bit 1/2″ shk $42.90 |
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Bosch 85622M Beading Stile Assembly Router Bit 1/2″ shk $42.90 |
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Bosch 85496M 3/8″ radius Beading 1/4″ Shank Router Bit $19.90 |
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#463 OLDHAM CLASSICAL CHAIR ROUTER BIT 1″CUT D 1/4″BEAD $39.99 |
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BOSCH 85494M ROUTER BIT 1/4″ RADIUS BEADING $19.99 |
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Bosch 85600M Beading 1/2″ Rad 1/2″ Shank Router Bit NEW $31.00 |
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Bosch 84416M 1/4 Radius Beading Router Bit 1/2″ shank $18.90 |
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Bosch 85599M 3/8 radius Beading Router Bit 1/2″ shank $19.80 |
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Milwaukee 48-23-7735 1-1/2 Inch Classical Cove and Bead Router Bit (New) $18.00 |
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#656 OLDHAM HANDRAIL ROUTER BIT 1-7/16″D 1/2″S 1/4″BEAD $69.99 |
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5.8mm Cutting Width Dual Flute Beading Router Bit $4.98 |
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1/2 x 1 1/8 Twin Flute Beading Router Bit Silver Tone $8.03 |
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Oldham Viper #322 Beading Router Bit 1/4″ Shank $13.49 |
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Freud 3/16″ Beading Straight Router Bit 36-108 $25.99 |
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CMT 839.991.11 Beading Router Bit 2-1/4″ D, 1-1/8″ L, 1/2″ Shank $69.99 |
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1/2 x 1 1/8 Twin Flute Beading Router Bit Silver Tone $8.03 |
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1/2 x 2 Twin Flute Metal Beading Router Bit Silver Tone $14.90 |
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1/2 x 3/4 Dual Flute Silver Tone Beading Router Bit $6.45 |
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1/4 x 1/4 Dual Flute Silver Tone Beading Router Bit $8.43 |
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5.8mm Cutting Width Dual Flute Beading Router Bit $5.02 |
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Dual Flute 41.3mm Cutting Diameter Beading Router Bit $8.93 |
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1/2 x 3/4 Dual Flute Silver Tone Beading Router Bit $6.77 |
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Dual Flute Metal Silver Tone 31.7mm Beading Router Bit $6.22 |
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Black & Decker Router Bit 1/2″ Beading Bit 1/4″ shank $5.00 |
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DW6508 CARBIDE BEADING ROUTER BIT 1/4″ SHANK $19.99 |
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Dual Flute 31.7mm Cutting Diameter Beading Router Bit $10.25 |
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38.1mm Dia Cutting Diameter Metal Beading Router Bit $7.14 |
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20.6mm Dia Cutting Diameter Metal Beading Router Bit $5.00 |
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41.3mm Cutting Diameter Double Flute Beading Router Bit $8.94 |
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Dual Flute Metal Silver Tone 31.7mm Beading Router Bit $6.22 |
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BOSCH 85493 3/16″ Radius Beading Carbide Router Bit $14.99 |
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38.1mm Dia Cutting Diameter Metal Beading Router Bit $7.18 |
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14.5mm Cutting Width Dual Flute Beading Router Bit $7.11 |
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1/2 x 1 1/8 Twin Flute Beading Router Bit Silver Tone $8.94 |
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63.5mm Cutting Dia Straight Shank Beading Router Bit $14.43 |
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Dual Flute 41.3mm Cutting Diameter Beading Router Bit $8.97 |
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Porter Cable 43543PC Cove & Bead Face Molding 2 Flute Forming Router Bit NEW $32.87 |
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Porter Cable 43539PC Forming Triple Bead 2 Flute Router Bit with 1/2″ Shank NEW $21.50 |
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Vermont American 23151 1/8″ Cove & Bead Router Bit $26.07 |
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Porter Cable 43578PC 3/8″ Beading Router Bit 1/2″ Shank NEW $34.97 |
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MLCS 6084 1/4-Inch Shank Round Over-Beading Router Bit $40.88 |
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Dual Flute 31.7mm Cutting Diameter Beading Router Bit $6.22 |
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41.3mm Cutting Diameter Double Flute Beading Router Bit $8.03 |
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NEW FREUD 36-114 3/8″ Radius BEADING Router Bit FREE SHIPPING! $20.95 |
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NEW 1/8r Cv/bead Router Bit 1/2bb Ea. ROUTER BITS – 1/4 IN CARBIDE 23151 $32.59 |
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VA-22143 Beading Router Bit 3/8″ HSS $4.70 |
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NEW Router Bit Beading Each ROUTER BITS – 1/4 IN CARBIDE 36-112 008925380818 $38.50 |
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New Freud Router Bit, 3/8″ radius Beading Bit, Carbide Tipped, 36-124 $32.00 |
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Porter Cable 43174PC 7/32″ Bead Radius Classical Router Bit NEW 1/2″ Shank $18.23 |
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1/2 x 3/4 Dual Flute Silver Tone Beading Router Bit $6.22 |
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LIFETIME CARBIDE 4 PIECE ROUNDOVER BEADING ROUTER BIT SET #46864 $9.99 |
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Bosch Beading Stile and Rail set router bits $50.00 |
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4 Piece Roundover Beading Router Bit Set with Tungsten $28.99 |
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5.8mm Cutting Width Dual Flute Beading Router Bit $5.03 |
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Freud 36-114 Radius Beading Router Bit $28.67 |
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Freud 36-110 1/4″ Radius Beading Router Bit $27.80 |
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AMANA ROUTER BIT # 49212-COVE & BEAD DOUBLE OGEE 1 3/8″ DIA-2/FLUTE-1/4″ RADIUS $34.50 |
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Dual Flute Metal Silver Tone 31.7mm Beading Router Bit $6.75 |
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Amana 54190 Edge Bead 3/16″ Radius 1/4″ Shank Router Bit Brand New $39.00 |
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Freud 38-312 1-5/32″ Diameter Cove And Bead Router Bit $29.00 |
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14.5mm Cutting Width Dual Flute Beading Router Bit $7.12 |
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FREUD 99-283 Recoverable Bead Glass Door Router Bit Set NEW NIB $99.99 |
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New LOT of 7 Porter Cable Router Bits V Groove Beading Panel Pilot Rabbetting ++ $70.00 |
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New LOT of 5 Porter Cable Router Bits Beading Flush Trim Hinge Mortising Roundov $50.00 |
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New Lot of 5 Porter Cable Router Bits Beading Flush Trim Panel Pilot Roundover + $50.00 |
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Porter Cable 43410PC 1/4-Inch Beading Carbide Router Bit $18.00 |
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Kreg PRS12000 Precision Beaded Face-Frame System for router bit table free ship! $379.99 |
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1804BED OLDHAM VIPER 1/4″ FORMING BEADING ROUTER BIT $8.99 |
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Dual Flute Metal Silver Tone 19mm Beading Router Bit $5.05 |
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Porter Cable 43540 Reverse Curve Ogee Bead Edge Forming Router Bit $66.23 |
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New Dremel 612 Piloted Beading Router bit for rotary $9.59 |
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CMT 839.190.11 Beading Router Bit 1/4-Inch Shank, 3/8-Inch Bearing Diameter, 3/4 $24.95 |
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Freud 36-114 3/8″ Radius Beading Router Bit w/ 1/4″ Shank NEW! $38.99 |
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VA-22140 Beading Router Bit 1/4″ HSS – LOT OF 10 $29.95 |
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6 pc 1/2″ Shank Round Over & Beading Router Bit Set $29.00 |
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1 pc 1/2″ SH Bead & Cove 3/16″ Radius Router Bit $19.90 |
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Kreg PRS4270 Profile #5 Router Bit 3/8-Inch Specialty Bead Cutter $33.99 |
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Kreg PRS4275 Profile #6 Router Bit 3/8-Inch Specialty Bead Cutter $33.99 |
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Dual Flute Metal Silver Tone 31.7mm Beading Router Bit $6.22 |
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BOSCH 85600M 1 1/2 53/64 Cut Beading Router Bit 1/2 Shank w/ Ball Bearing NEW! $24.99 |
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NEW OLDHAM VIPER 3/8″ BEADING CARBIDE ROUTER BIT #325 $14.99 |
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1/4 x 1/4 Dual Flute Silver Tone Beading Router Bit $4.70 |
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Freud 39-101 Cove And Bead Groove Router Bit 1/4″ SH 3/4″ D 1/2″ CL 5/32″ R $27.99 |
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Freud 99-009 1-3/8″ D Cove and Bead Router Bit $38.49 |
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1/2 x 1 1/8 Twin Flute Beading Router Bit Silver Tone $8.68 |
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2 pc 1/2″ SH 1/4″ Dia. Canoe Flute and Bead Router Bit $19.00 |
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20.6mm Dia Cutting Diameter Metal Beading Router Bit $4.96 |
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Dremel 612 Beading Router Bit 3/32 $10.99 |
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Bosch 85496MC ROUTER BIT BEADING 1/4-in SHANK $19.03 |
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Bosch 85494MC ROUTER BIT BEADING 1/4-in SHANK $17.82 |
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Bosch 85604MC ROUTER BIT COVE & BEAD 1/4-IN SHANK $23.99 |
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MLCS 8384 Round Over-Beading Router Bit 4-Piece Boxed Set $29.95 … |
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Freud 89-152 6-Piece Round Over and Beading Router Bit Set $105.71 An industry leader for over 50 years, the Freud name equals quality, precision and craftsmanship. Freud router bits feature Freud made TiCo Hi-Density Carbide for maximum cutting life. Each bit is individually balanced, giving a cut above the rest. With this 6 piece set you can make grooves, dadoes, and rabbets. The 6-piece Round Over/Bead Set includes five rounding over bits (1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″, 1… |
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MLCS 6084 1/4-Inch Shank Round Over-Beading Router Bit Boxed Set, 4-Piece $31.83 … |
