Whiteside 1073-03 NE — 1073-01 W/Flat on Shank.
Price list description: 1073-01 W/FLAT ON SHANK.
Materials: Natural woods, composite woods, hard plastics
Recommended RPM: 16,000-18,000 (max 24,000)
Whiteside’s Standard Straight bit is fine-tuned for cutting grooves, dados, mortising, and more. This traditional design is accompanied with a 1/2″ shank, plunging capability, and quality micro-grain carbide to last.
The 1073-01 is also a popular router bit in the door industry for cutting fiberglass and wooden doors.
- TOOL SPECS: Two flute, carbide-tipped, straight bit with 1/2″ cutting diameter, 2-1/2″ cutting length, 1/2″ shank, and 5-1/2″ overall length for use with 1/2″ collets.
- CARBIDE TIPPED: Offers an excellent balance of quality and cost, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.
- DOUBLE FLUTE: Double flute carbide-tipped bits deliver a smoother, finer finish for precision cuts and high-quality results.
- STEEL SHANK: The steel body creates a rigid tool with reduced vibration while the carbide cutting edges provide extended life.
- PLUNGE DESIGN: The tip of this bit is designed with the capability to plunge into materials when required.
- DISTINCT PROFILES: Designed for hand-held routers, router tables, and CNC machines in a wide variety of applications.


