Product Description
The Freud 7/32" (Dia.) Brad Point Bit is an industrial-grade boring bit built for professional woodworking and cabinet production. Featuring a carbide-tipped brad point tip and a precision-ground 10mm shank with an adjustable top screw, this bit is engineered to deliver clean, accurate holes in hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, solid surface materials, and composites. Designed for use on automatic or manual multi-spindle boring machines as well as drill presses and hand held drills, it offers the durability and consistency that demanding production environments require. Backed by Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee, this left-hand rotation brad point boring bit is a reliable choice for both high-volume cabinet shops and bench-top drilling applications.
Key Features
- Industrial carbide tips - carbide construction resists heat and wear far longer than standard high-speed steel, extending tool life in repetitive boring operations on hardwoods, softwoods, and composite materials.
- Left-hand (LH) rotation - engineered specifically for left-hand spindle boring machines, ensuring proper chip evacuation and a clean entry point on every pass.
- 10mm shank with adjustable top screw - provides compatibility with most multi-spindle boring machines right out of the box, reducing the need for adapter hardware and setup time.
- 7/32" diameter with a 57.5mm overall length and 27mm maximum hole depth - purpose-sized for cabinet joinery and furniture boring tasks where precise dowel or hardware hole placement is critical.
- Compatible with multiple spindle machines, drill presses, and hand held drills - versatile tool interface means one bit handles both automated production runs and manual spot-drilling jobs.
- Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee - provides long-term assurance of bit quality, reducing replacement cost risk for professional users.
- Made in Italy - reflects Freud's European manufacturing precision, consistent with the brand's reputation for tight tolerances on cutting tools.
Why This Product
- Production woodworkers who run multi-spindle boring machines need bits that hold up through thousands of cycles - the industrial carbide tips on this Freud brad point bit are specifically designed for that sustained, high-repetition use on hardwoods, softwoods, and veneered plywood.
- The 10mm shank with an adjustable top screw makes this bit drop-in compatible with most boring machines without modification, saving setup time on the shop floor.
- The brad point tip geometry delivers a clean, centered entry hole in solid surface materials and composites where tear-out or wandering would cause rejection of finished panels.
- Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee means this bit is a long-term investment rather than a consumable - particularly valuable for shops that bore hundreds of holes per day and need consistent, reliable performance over time.
Specifications
- Brand: Freud
- MPN: BP55557L
- Category: Brad Point Bits
- Diameter: 7/32"
- Length: 57.5mm
- Shank: 10mm
- Maximum Hole Depth: 27mm
- Rotation: LH
- Compatible Tools: Drill Press; Hand Held Drill
- Compatible Materials: Composites; Solid Surface; Veneered Plywood; Hardwoods; Softwoods
- Pack Quantity: 1
- Country of Origin: Italy
Approved Applications
- Drills all composition materials, solid surface materials, plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods on automatic or manual multi-spindle boring machines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What machines is the Freud BP55557L brad point bit compatible with?
This bit is designed for multiple spindle machines, including automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines. The 10mm shank with an adjustable top screw makes it compatible with most boring machines. It can also be used with a drill press or a hand held drill.
Why does this bit use left-hand (LH) rotation?
Left-hand rotation is required for left-hand spindle boring machines, which are common in cabinet and furniture manufacturing. Using a bit with the correct rotation direction ensures proper cutting action, clean hole entry, and effective chip removal. Always confirm your machine's spindle rotation direction before installing this bit.
What materials can this 7/32" brad point bit drill through?
The Freud BP55557L is rated for composites, solid surface materials, veneered plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods. The industrial carbide tip construction gives it the durability needed to bore cleanly through denser materials like hardwoods and solid surface without premature wear.
What does Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee cover for this bit?
Freud backs this brad point boring bit with their Limited Lifetime Guarantee, which is a manufacturer-level assurance of product quality and performance. For specific terms and claim procedures, contact Freud directly, as the guarantee is issued by the manufacturer.
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