Router bit GRAPHITE 56H213 – single pack (1 pc)

GRAPHITE 56H213 router bit supplied as a single piece (1 pc) is a Long U type groove cutter designed for precision machining of wood, PVC, chipboard and similar materials with a handheld or table router. The cutter head is fitted with sintered carbide (HM) cutting inserts for durable edge retention. The working part measures 12.7 mm in diameter and 19.6 mm in cutting height, and the tool uses an 8 mm shank compatible with routers that accept standard 8 mm collets.

Advantages

The GRAPHITE 56H213 combines a U-profile geometry with hard-wearing sintered carbide inserts to provide consistent groove shapes and long cutting life. The long cutting height enables deeper or stepped routing passes while the 8 mm shank ensures secure mounting in standard router chucks. Delivered as a single replacement piece, it is suitable for targeted repairs or one-off routing tasks without purchasing multi-bit sets.

Suitable for

• Cutting U-shaped grooves in solid wood and soft hardwoods
• Routing grooves and channels in laminates and PVC panels
• Working on chipboard, MDF and similar engineered boards
• Replacement of worn bits in handheld or table routers with 8 mm collets

Key specifications

• Type: Long U type groove cutter
• Cutting material: sintered carbide (HM) inserts
• Working part diameter: 12.7 mm
• Cutting height: 19.6 mm
• Shank diameter: 8 mm
• Pack quantity: 1 piece

How to use

Install the 8 mm shank securely into the router collet and tighten according to the router manufacturer’s instructions. Set the router speed and feed rate appropriate for the material—slower speeds for hard or coated materials, higher speeds for soft wood—while making shallow passes when preparing new profiles. Use steady, controlled movements and ensure the workpiece is firmly clamped to prevent movement during routing. Inspect carbide inserts before use and avoid lateral impacts that could chip the cutting edges.

Usage recommendations

For best results, start with a test cut on scrap material to verify depth and profile. Use multiple shallow passes rather than a single deep cut to extend cutter life and reduce load on the router. Keep inserts clean and free from resin build-up; if necessary, use a suitable cutter cleaner. Always wear eye and hearing protection and follow safe workshop practices when operating a router.