{"product_id":"freud-89-660-3-piece-undersized-plywood-bit-set-1-4-shank-precision-plywood-joinery","title":"Freud 89-660: 3-Piece Undersized Plywood Bit Set (1\/4\" Shank) – Precision Plywood Joinery","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreud 89-660 is a compact 3-piece set engineered for plywood joinery, delivering precise grooves and dados with a 1\/4\" shank. The undersized bits are designed to match the true thickness of common plywood, helping you achieve tight, near-perfect joints in shelving, bookcases, cabinets, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey features include a down-shear design on the 23\/32\" bit to minimize edge tear-out, a TiCo Hi-Density Carbide edge for longer life when routing plywood with high glue content, and a Non-Stick Perma Shield coating to limit heat buildup and pitch adhesion during routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign and materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreud uses TiCo carbide for edge retention and a protective Perma Shield coating to reduce heat and buildup. The down-shear geometry guides chips away from the surface, helping maintain clean cuts across plywood panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree bits: 04-111, 16-098, 16-103; all with 1\/4\" shanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Freud's wooden shadowbox case with a bit mount for safe storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBits sized to match true plywood thickness of 1\/4\", 1\/2\", and 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance and versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRout hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composites with handheld or table-mounted routers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown-shear geometry reduces splintering on plywood edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoatings protect against heat and pitch buildup to preserve edge life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReal-world uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for shelving, bookcases, and cabinet construction where tight dadoes and grooves improve alignment. The undersized bits align with common plywood thickness, supporting clean lines and sturdy joints across panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTips for best results\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse appropriate feed rate and steady passes for your router and panel thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with partial-depth passes to minimize tear-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegularly inspect the bit edge and clean with a soft brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with handheld and table-mounted routers, store all bits in the included shadowbox case to protect tips and mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in the Freud 89-660 set?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Includes three undersized plywood bits (04-111, 16-098, 16-103) with 1\/4\" shanks, plus Freud's shadowbox case for safe storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which plywood thickness does this set match?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The bits are undersized to match true plywood thickness: 1\/4\", 1\/2\", and 3\/4\" for precise joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Freud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47512894472366,"sku":"B0062I1I9G","price":132.16,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6012\/9710\/files\/freud-89-660-3-piece-undersized-plywood-bit-set-1-4-shank.jpg?v=1771189417","url":"https:\/\/handyskook.ca\/products\/freud-89-660-3-piece-undersized-plywood-bit-set-1-4-shank-precision-plywood-joinery","provider":"HandySkook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}