Whiteside 1073-03 Straight- Flat on Shank, 1/2″ Dia, 2-1/2″ CL, 5-1/2″ OAL, 1/2″ Dia
$48.57
- Whiteside part no. 1073-03
- Diameter: 1/2"
- Cutting Length: 2-1/2"
- Overall Length: 5-1/2"
- Description: Flat on Shank
Whiteside 1073-03 — Straight- Flat on Shank, 1/2" Dia, 2-1/2" CL, 5-1/2" OAL, 1/2" Dia.
- Diameter: 1/2"
- Cutting Length: 2-1/2"
- Overall Length: 5-1/2"
- Description: Flat on Shank
- Cutting Diameter: 1/2"
- Shank: 1/2"
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.
Whiteside catalog page 51.
| Part No. | 1073-03 |
|---|---|
| Series | Straight- Flat on Shank |
| Description | Straight- Flat on Shank, 1/2" Dia, 2-1/2" CL, 5-1/2" OAL, 1/2" Dia |
| Diameter | 1/2" |
| Cutting Length | 2-1/2" |
| Overall Length | 5-1/2" |
| Description | Flat on Shank |
| Cutting Diameter | 1/2" |
| Shank | 1/2" |
| Materials | Natural woods, composite woods, hard plastics |
| Recommended RPM | 16,000-18,000 (max 24,000) |
| Part No. | Diameter | Cutting Length | Overall Length | Description | Cutting Diameter | Shank | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1073-03 | 1/2" | 2-1/2" | 5-1/2" | Flat on Shank | 1/2" | 1/2" | $48.57 Add to cart | |
| 1073-03 NE | 1073-03 NE | $48.57 Add to cart |
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Whiteside
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