Router bit GRAPHITE 56H235 — single-piece cutting tool for woodworking

GRAPHITE 56H235 router bit is a single-piece cutting tool designed for edge profiling and shoulder milling with a handheld or table router. The cutter features a bearing-guided design and sintered carbide cutting inserts for reliable contact with wood, PVC and chipboard. Its working head measures 35.2 mm in diameter and 15.9 mm in height, while the solid shank diameter is 8 mm, making it compatible with standard router collets used in cabinetry, furniture and door production.

Advantages

The bearing-guided shoulder milling cutter provides consistent guidance along workpieces, enabling accurate and repeatable profiles without the need for external guides. Carbide cutting inserts deliver extended cutting life and maintain sharpness when machining abrasive wood-based panels and synthetic materials. The single-piece design and standard 8 mm shank ensure easy installation and stable operation in most routers and trimmers.

Suitable for

• Shaping and profiling wooden edges and shoulders
• Working with chipboard and laminated panels
• Machining PVC and other plastic edging
• Cabinet and furniture component finishing
• Decorative edge detailing in door manufacturing

Key specifications

• Head diameter: 35.2 mm
• Head height (cutting length): 15.9 mm
• Shank diameter: 8 mm
• Cutting material: sintered carbide (HM) inserts
• Design: shoulder/shoulder milling cutter with bearing for guided routing
• Packaging: single piece per pack

How to use

Install the router bit securely in the router collet, ensuring the 8 mm shank is fully seated and tightened to the tool manufacturer’s recommended torque. Use the bearing to follow the workpiece edge or a template; set the cutting depth by adjusting the router or using incremental passes to reach the required shoulder height. Feed the router at a steady, moderate rate appropriate to the material—reduce feed speed for dense or laminated boards. Always check for runout and balance before making full-depth cuts, and perform a test cut on scrap material to confirm profile and depth.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use sharp carbide inserts and avoid overheating by making multiple light passes on thick or hard materials. Secure workpieces firmly, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, and maintain the bearing and inserts by cleaning debris and re-sharpening or replacing inserts when signs of dulling appear.