Freud 04-140 Carbide Straight Router Bit 3/4 in 2 Flute

Product Description

The FREUD 04-140 is a 2-flute carbide straight router bit designed for clean, accurate straight cuts in wood, plywood, MDF, and similar materials. With a 3/4-inch cutting diameter and a 3/4-inch cutting length, it removes material in a single pass without requiring multiple stepped cuts. The 1/4-inch shank fits standard 1/4-inch router collets commonly found on handheld routers and router tables. At 2-1/8 inches total length, the bit maintains rigidity to reduce deflection and chatter during operation. Carbide construction provides longer edge retention compared to high-speed steel, making it well-suited for production use and repeated job-site applications.

This straight router bit is used for dadoes, grooves, mortises, and rabbets in residential and light commercial woodworking, millwork, and cabinet shop applications. It performs well in both handheld router and fixed router table setups. Carpenters, cabinet makers, and finish millwork installers commonly reach for this bit when cutting shelf dadoes, drawer bottom grooves, or housing joints in solid wood and sheet goods.

Key Features

• 3/4-inch cutting diameter for full-width passes in standard dado and groove work
• 2-flute carbide tip construction for extended edge life and cleaner cuts
• 3/4-inch cutting length accommodates typical sheet good and solid wood thicknesses
• 1/4-inch shank fits standard router collets on handheld and table-mounted routers
• 2-1/8 inches total length maintains bit rigidity and reduces vibration

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use bit for routers equipped with a 1/4-inch collet, including handheld trim routers and full-size fixed-base or plunge routers accepting 1/4-inch shank tooling.

Installation Notes

Installation and operation should be performed by a qualified woodworker or carpenter familiar with router tooling and machine safety. Always disconnect the router from power before changing bits. Insert the shank fully into the collet and tighten to the manufacturer torque specification for that router model — never run a bit with the shank seated less than 3/4 of the collet depth. Wear appropriate eye and hearing protection during operation, and confirm the router RPM rating is appropriate for the bit diameter before use.