Indexable Insert Router Bits - High Quality

Indexable Insert router bits

Indexable insert cutters are used wherever high repeatability is required. This is not the case with a regular cutter because after each regrinding, some material is removed, making the cutters slightly smaller in their dimensions.

When an indexable insert becomes dull, it is simply replaced with a new one. Indexable insert cutters are particularly worthwhile for frequent use of the router as they save adjustment time as well as the cost and trip to the sharpening service. Especially with cutters with a ball bearing guide, such as flush trim cutters, it is important that the cutting edges are always aligned with the ball bearing guide. This is only permanently guaranteed with indexable insert cutters; with a regular flush trim cutter, you will have a – albeit minimal – offset after the first regrinding.

Another advantage of an indexable insert cutter: hidden metal parts in the wood, such as nails, can render a regular cutter unusable. With an indexable insert cutter, on the other hand, you simply replace the indexable blades.

Some indexable inserts have more than one cutting edge, so they only need to be rotated. Only when all cutting edges are worn out is the insert replaced.