Q: Can I use this bit freehand?
No, for safety this bit should only be used in a router table with a fence, not freehand.
16J6051 - 1 7/8" x 23/32" x 1/2" Four-in-One Grooving Bit
Shank:
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A 1/2" or 8mm shank bit with four sizes of slotting cutters for grooving, dadoing, and tongue and groove joinery. Individual double-tipped cutters will produce 1/8", 5/32", 3/16" and 1/4" grooves and, when combined, will cut grooves from 1/4" to 23/32" wide.
In the tongue and groove configuration, the bit is suitable for wood between 9/16" and 7/8" thick. When used with the ball-bearing guide, the depth of cut is 1/2"; otherwise, when used with a fence, the bit will cut up to 5/8" deep. 1 7/8” in diameter.
Complete with spacers, shims, instructions and an advanced polymer friction-fit holder that can be mounted horizontally or upright.
This bit uses a 22mm × 8mm replacement bearing (available separately).
No, for safety this bit should only be used in a router table with a fence, not freehand.
This four-in-one grooving bit cuts four individual groove widths and, with the included spacers, combines them for slots up to 23/32" wide.
Yes, it's suitable for tongue-and-groove joinery in stock between 9/16" and 7/8" thick.
It ships with a full set of spacers, shims and instructions, along with a friction-fit holder for storage.
Yes, using the pilot bearing limits the cutting depth to 1/2"; removing it and guiding the cut with a fence allows up to 5/8".
| Dimensions | 1 7/8" dia. bit; individual cutter widths 1/8", 5/32", 3/16" and 1/4"; combined width up to 23/32" |
| Compatibility | Fits routers accepting 1/2" or 8mm shank bits; suited to stock 9/16" to 7/8" thick for tongue-and-groove joinery. |
| Includes | Four cutters; spacers; shims; instructions; friction-fit holder |
| Package Quantity | 1 kit |
| Safety | Intended for router-table use with a fence; not for freehand routing. |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |

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Four-in-One Grooving Bit
A 1/2" or 8mm shank bit with four sizes of slotting cutters for grooving, dadoing, and tongue and groove joinery. Individual double-tipped cutters will produce 1/8", 5/32", 3/16" and 1/4" grooves and, when combined, will cut grooves from 1/4" to 23/32" wide.
In the tongue and groove configuration, the bit is suitable for wood between 9/16" and 7/8" thick. When used with the ball-bearing guide, the depth of cut is 1/2"; otherwise, when used with a fence, the bit will cut up to 5/8" deep. 1 7/8” in diameter.
Complete with spacers, shims, instructions and an advanced polymer friction-fit holder that can be mounted horizontally or upright.
This bit uses a 22mm × 8mm replacement bearing (available separately).
Choose an option to view item availability.