PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1/2" (Dia.) Mortising Bit AMAZON.COM See larger image. Used in conjunction with templates or shop-built jigs, this top bearing hinge mortising bit (model 16-560) is ideal for mortising in solid wood, plywood, or composites. The solid carbide construction and downshear cutting action ensures clean, crisp hinge and hardware mortises. It features Freud's specially formulated Titanium Cobalt (TiCo) carbide, which is smaller and more densely packed than other carbides on the market today, enabling the carbide teeth on Freud's blades, bits and cutters to last up to four times longer than standard products. Compared with standard carbide, measuring at around 4 to 5 microns, Freud's TiCo Hi-Density Carbide is just 0.6 to 0.8 microns and size, helping to maximize performance as well as longevity. ABOUT FREUD A manufacturer and marketer of superior carbide cutting tools for more than 50 years, Freud leads the industry in innovative manufacturing, precision products, and quality service. Freud's product selection includes diamond-sharp saw blades, router bits, shaper cutters, planer knives and power tools. Freud is also one of the few woodworking manufacturers that produces its own MicroGrain carbide with titanium, called TiCo — a combination of titanium and cobalt. Freud operates one of the most modern product development research centers in Europe for cutting tools. By overseeing the entire manufacturing process, from start to finish, Freud guarantees the highest quality, most advanced products in the industry. 16-560 TOP BEARING HINGE MORTISING BIT, 1/4-INCH SHANK AT A GLANCE * Designed with deep center gullets for maximum material removal without chip loading * Cuts all composition materials, plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods * Use on CNC and other automatic routers as well as hand-held and table-mounted portable routers * Covered by Freud's limited lifetime guarantee FROM THE MANUFACTURER Used in conjunction with templates or shop-built jigs, this bit is ideal for mortising in solid wood, plywood, or composites. The solid carbide construction and downshear cutting action ensures clean,crisp hinge and hardware mortises.Perfect for Porter-Cable's #59370 Door Hinge Template and #59375 Strike and Latch Template.1/2" dia, 5/16" carbide height, 5/8" bearing, 1/4" shank See more