Cutting Router Bit GRAPHITE 57H268 35 mm carbide-tipped milling cutter

Carbide-tipped router bit GRAPHITE 57H268 with a 35 mm cutting diameter is intended for milling and shaping wood, engineered wood, laminated boards and certain plastics. The hardened carbide tip provides increased wear resistance and consistent cutting performance, enabling clean edges and accurate profiles when mounted in a handheld router or a router table. This cutter is designed for trimming, grooving and producing decorative or functional profiles in carpentry and joinery operations.

Advantages

The carbide tip ensures longer tool life and maintains sharpness under repeated use, reducing the need for frequent regrinding. A 35 mm cutting diameter delivers a balance between material removal rate and control, allowing efficient shaping without excessive feed force. The tool is compatible with standard router setups and offers precise, repeatable cuts suitable for both production and workshop tasks.

Suitable for

• Shaping and profiling wood edges and panels
• Trimming laminate and veneered surfaces
• Cutting grooves and rabbets in joinery
• Working with MDF and particleboard
• Routing certain thermoplastic sheets and composites

Key specifications

• Cutting diameter: 35 mm
• Tip material: carbide-tipped cutting edge for wear resistance
• Intended materials: wood, engineered wood, laminate, selected plastics
• Application: trimming, grooving, profiling
• Mounting: suitable for handheld routers and router tables

How to use

Install the router bit in the collet of a router or router table according to the router manufacturer's instructions, ensuring the shank is inserted to the recommended depth and tightened securely. Set the router speed appropriate to the material—higher speeds for clean cuts in hard woods and moderate speeds for laminates and plastics. Make shallow, incremental passes rather than removing large amounts of material in a single pass to maintain cut quality and protect the carbide tip. Feed the workpiece against the rotation of the cutter and use a fence or guide for straight profiles; employ a bearing-guided technique if the bit is designed for bearing support.

Usage recommendations

Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye and hearing protection, and a dust extraction system when routing. Verify material compatibility and perform a test cut on scrap material to confirm speed and feed settings before working on the final piece. Regularly inspect the carbide tip for wear or damage and replace the bit when cutting quality deteriorates.