Description
Carbitool TFM42B 1/2 — Face Moulding Router Bit available at Alltools Geelong.
Carbitool
Face Moulding Router Bit with Ball Bearing Guide — Traditional Profile, 1/2″ Shank
Part No: TFM 42 B 1/2 | Barcode: 9314350002029 | Product Group: R703
The Carbitool TFM 42 B 1/2 is a 2-flute carbide-tipped face moulding bit with ball bearing guide that produces a traditional decorative profile in a single pass. Designed for skirting boards, architraves, window sills, and picture frames, it delivers a consistent, professional finish with every run.
2 Flute
Carbide Tipped
Ball Bearing Guide
Traditional Profile
1-1/2″ Cutting Dia.
1/2″ Shank
Suitable For
Hardwood
Softwood
MDF
Skirting Boards
Architraves
Window Sills
Picture Frames
Key Features & Benefits
- Traditional Decorative Profile — produces a classic multi-radius moulding profile in one pass, ideal for matching heritage or period-style joinery and trim work.
- Ball Bearing Guide — the integrated bearing tracks against the workpiece face for consistent depth of cut without a fence, making it easy to run curved or straight stock.
- 2-Flute Carbide-Tipped Construction — long edge life with a smooth, chatter-free finish on both hard and soft timbers.
- 1/2″ Shank — heavy shank ensures vibration-free performance on this larger-diameter cutter, critical for clean profile definition.
- Combination Bit Capability — adjust the bit height in the router table to expose only part of the profile and produce complementary moulding variations from the same bit.
When to Use This Bit
Choose the TFM 42 B 1/2 for production runs of traditional-style skirting, architraves, and picture frame mouldings. It is best run in a table-mounted router at a steady, moderate feed rate. For different ornate profile styles, compare with the TFM 54 B 1/2 (R704) or TFM 36 B 1/2 (R699). Always use a full-size router (minimum 2 HP) with a 1/2″ collet.
Pro Tip: For the cleanest profile edge on MDF, make a scoring pass at half depth first, then a full finishing pass. This prevents the surface paper from lifting and gives a crisp, paint-ready edge.
Product Specifications
| Part No. | A (Cutting Dia.) inch | A mm | B (Cut Length) inch | B mm | C (Overall Length) inch | C mm | Shank inch | Shank mm | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TFM 42 B 1/2 ★ | 1-1/2 | 38.10 | 1-5/8 | 41.28 | 3-5/8 | 92.08 | 1/2 | 12.70 | 9314350002029 |
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