MakerMade 1/4" 3 Pack Router Bit

This 3-piece router bit set is engineered to cover the most common CNC and handheld routing applications, making it an ideal starter and everyday workhorse set. By bundling the three most essential cutting profiles—upcut, downcut, and compression. Each bit is manufactured from high-grade solid carbide for maximum durability, heat resistance, and edge retention. The standardized 1/4″ shank ensures broad compatibility with most routers and CNC machines, while the optimized flute geometry delivers clean cuts, efficient chip evacuation, and reduced tear-out across a wide range of materials.

Set Includes

1 × Upcut Router Bit – Efficient chip removal and clean bottom finishes

1 × Downcut Router Bit – Smooth top-surface finish with minimal splintering

1 × Compression Router Bit – Clean edges on both top and bottom surfaces, ideal for laminated materials

General Specifications (All Bits)

Shank Diameter: 1/4″

Cutting Diameter: 1/4″

Cutting Length: 1″

Overall Length: 2-1/2″

Material: Solid Carbide

Downcut Router Bit Specifications

Flutes: 2

Cut Direction: Downward

Best For: Veneers, plywood, laminated panels, and top-surface finish quality

Upcut Router Bit Specifications

Flutes: 2

Cut Direction: Upward

Best For: Fast material removal, deep cuts, and improved chip evacuation

Compression Router Bit Specifications

Flute Type: Compression (Upcut + Downcut geometry)

Best For: Double-sided clean cuts in plywood, MDF, and composite materials

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