60° Lettering Bit, 1/4-Inch Shank, 1-Inch Diameter

Designed specifically for routing signs, these bits have 60° cutting edges, an 1/8-Inch radius and a 1/4-Inch-wide flat bottom. This profile allows you to create striking effects for signmaking while eliminating undesirable chipping and splintering. By putting bevel edges on the raised characters of relief lettering you reduce the possibility of splitting the lettering, which often occurs when producing square relief effects. Bit is equipped with 2 Hi-Density carbide-tipped cutting edges for long-lasting cutting performance, features anti-kickback design to control the depth of cut and PTFE-coating to prevent pitch and resin build-ups. CMT orange bits have been rated the #1 overall router bits compared to other brands (Wood Magazine). From the Manufacturer Designed specifically for routing signs, these CMT Lettering bits have gracefully curving 60° cutting edges, an 1/8" radius and 1/4" flat bottom base. This profile allows you to create striking lettering effects for sign making while eliminating undesirable chipping and splintering. The CMT 60° bit is the perfect bit for making relief lettering - the flat base lets you quickly level off the area around the relief letter. By putting bevel edges on the raised characters you will reduce the possibility of splitting the lettering which often occurs when producing square relief effects.