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O Flute Down-Cut Bits
- Downcut refers to the direction of the spiral;
- Downcut bits typically leave a cleaner upper edge to the material cut, but are less efficient at removing chips and dust.
- It is great for cutting shallow dados, rabbets, and visible slots. When cutting dados or grooves with a down cut bit, be sure to slow the feed rate to allow more time for chip removal.
Spiral Texture
Better wear resistance
Suitable Material
Ideal for cutting, milling on MDF, acrylic, PVC, resin, plastic, chipboard, composite board, melamine board, solid wood, native wood, plywood, lotus plate;
Sharp Blade
- Sharp cutting without burrs
- High Precision
- Fast Chip Removal
Handle Chamfered Layout
- Easier to clamp
Independent Packing Box
Avoid damage during transportation
Tescod
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025
Had a tough time finding a downcut 1/8 O Flute without dishing out the money for a top brand, but these bits have come through nicely. Also bought the 1/4" version. Have made cuts on both acrylic and Armorite (really stable/dense MDF) and the finished edges have been fantastic with both bits. I loaded the feeds/speeds in for top brand bits, then dropped the IPM just a bit. The downcut really helped keep my small parts in place without tabs only using double sided tape on my spoilboard.Since downcut has a problem clearing, I prefer to go down to final pass with an upcut first on the 3/8 material. This works well on solid material but always make your first pass with a downcut on material that might have a tendency to chip.We will see how long they last but for the price I would not complain. I ran this bit for the full process of cutting many letters out of 3/8 Armorite running 40ipm at .125 depth of pass, and this bit was good to the last drop on the pockets and profiles.
Tescod
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025
Had a tough time finding a downcut 1/8 O Flute without dishing out the money for a top brand, but these bits have come through nicely. Also bought the 1/4" version. Have made cuts on both acrylic and Armorite (really stable/dense MDF) and the finished edges have been fantastic with both bits. I loaded the feeds/speeds in for top brand bits, then dropped the IPM just a bit. The downcut really helped keep my small parts in place without tabs only using double sided tape on my spoilboard.Since downcut has a problem clearing, I prefer to go down to final pass with an upcut first on the 3/8 material. This works well on solid material but always make your first pass with a downcut on material that might have a tendency to chip.We will see how long they last but for the price I would not complain. I ran this bit for the full process of cutting many letters out of 3/8 Armorite running 40ipm at .125 depth of pass, and this bit was good to the last drop on the pockets and profiles.
Bezos the clown
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
I bought these on a whim because they were cheap and I wanted to try 0 flute bits on some things. I never really got around to using them until I broke another 1/8” bit and these were all I had. The cut was WAY cleaner than the other bit I had been using, but I figured these would break - at least I had 5 of them… I finished the ENTIRE job using just 1 of these bits - 250 pieces of 1/4” plywood. Each 2’ x 4’ plywood panel was cut into 20 parts each, so this was A LOT of cutting and I never had an issue. I wish they were available in 1/4” shank…
Bezos the clown
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
I bought these on a whim because they were cheap and I wanted to try 0 flute bits on some things. I never really got around to using them until I broke another 1/8” bit and these were all I had. The cut was WAY cleaner than the other bit I had been using, but I figured these would break - at least I had 5 of them… I finished the ENTIRE job using just 1 of these bits - 250 pieces of 1/4” plywood. Each 2’ x 4’ plywood panel was cut into 20 parts each, so this was A LOT of cutting and I never had an issue. I wish they were available in 1/4” shank…
Steve
Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2024
Great product
Steve
Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2024
Great product
Scatman
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2024
Used them for inlay work they are great!
Scatman
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2024
Used them for inlay work they are great!
Pony Car
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024
Picked these bits up for some projects I have that I was hoping to have a cleaner edge on the top surface. Have one bit so far and it has been working well for my wood projects.
Pony Car
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024
Picked these bits up for some projects I have that I was hoping to have a cleaner edge on the top surface. Have one bit so far and it has been working well for my wood projects.
Al S
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023
Good value. Gives a nice clean cut in domestic hardwoods. VERY fragile, though, due to being downcut. Need to move at about half-speed of upcut bits.
Al S
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023
Good value. Gives a nice clean cut in domestic hardwoods. VERY fragile, though, due to being downcut. Need to move at about half-speed of upcut bits.
denis pinard
Reviewed in Canada on April 24, 2023
Parfait pour la découpe de plexiglass.
denis pinard
Reviewed in Canada on April 24, 2023
Parfait pour la découpe de plexiglass.
giancarlo esposito
Reviewed in Italy on May 21, 2022
Affilatissime ottime frese però sono molto delicate e si spezzano facilmente occhio al feedrate adeguato
giancarlo esposito
Reviewed in Italy on May 21, 2022
Affilatissime ottime frese però sono molto delicate e si spezzano facilmente occhio al feedrate adeguato
Patrick
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2022
I use these 2mm bits to cut door hangers on a CNC from 5mm plywood and, as long as I run them at 100 ipm or less, they do a great job and hold up pretty good. The five pack they come in makes the deal even better, just to know that I have back-ups if one does break on me. I keep extras of these bits in my shop.
Patrick
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2022
I use these 2mm bits to cut door hangers on a CNC from 5mm plywood and, as long as I run them at 100 ipm or less, they do a great job and hold up pretty good. The five pack they come in makes the deal even better, just to know that I have back-ups if one does break on me. I keep extras of these bits in my shop.
MR A P S CROUCHER
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 12, 2022
Nice sharp cutters for the 12mm birch ply I was cutting in 2mm steps, with a gentle feed rate. The only downside being that they do break very easily if you do not take care. For instance, I was cutting small 8mm circles “on the cut line” which left a small dowel behind, which was enough to catch the tool and snapping it, a clear out pocket would have avoided this. Given their price, I have already bought a second set as ultimately they are doing the job as expected.
MR A P S CROUCHER
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 12, 2022
Nice sharp cutters for the 12mm birch ply I was cutting in 2mm steps, with a gentle feed rate. The only downside being that they do break very easily if you do not take care. For instance, I was cutting small 8mm circles “on the cut line” which left a small dowel behind, which was enough to catch the tool and snapping it, a clear out pocket would have avoided this. Given their price, I have already bought a second set as ultimately they are doing the job as expected.
EarlyInterventionOT
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2022
They worked really well with my 3018 CNC. Cuts nice detail and very minimal fuzz. Seems they may wear a little quick, but not sure what to expect and compare too. Otherwise I would order again.
EarlyInterventionOT
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2022
They worked really well with my 3018 CNC. Cuts nice detail and very minimal fuzz. Seems they may wear a little quick, but not sure what to expect and compare too. Otherwise I would order again.
Rick Duncan
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2021
Perfect for those of us using "3018" style CNC machines using soft woods or MDF. Basically a "down cut" bit that reduces any tear out on the surface. Makes nice, clean cuts depending on depth and speed of course. I suspect they will work fine in larger machines when used with the appropriate collet or adapter.
Rick Duncan
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2021
Perfect for those of us using "3018" style CNC machines using soft woods or MDF. Basically a "down cut" bit that reduces any tear out on the surface. Makes nice, clean cuts depending on depth and speed of course. I suspect they will work fine in larger machines when used with the appropriate collet or adapter.
Customer
Reviewed in Japan on April 21, 2021
Works exceptionally well and creates clean, precise cuts in wood
Customer
Reviewed in Japan on April 21, 2021
Works exceptionally well and creates clean, precise cuts in wood
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