The Freud 35 mm Cylinder (Hinge) Bit with 3/8" shank is a precision-engineered boring bit built for accurate, clean-cut hinge pocket drilling in a wide range of wood and composite materials. Featuring industrial carbide tips and a dual-cutter design with two wing cutters and two spur cutters, this bit delivers chip-free, tear-out-free results on the bottom side of your workpiece - making it a reliable choice for cabinetmakers, furniture builders, and woodworking professionals who demand consistent quality in every bore. Backed by Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee and crafted in Italy, the 3557E is engineered for demanding production environments as well as shop-floor drill press applications.

Key Features

• Industrial carbide tips - deliver superior cutting performance and maximum tool life, reducing the need for frequent bit replacement in high-volume boring applications.
• Two wing cutters and two spur cutters - prevent bottom-side tear-out, ensuring clean, accurate bores through veneered plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, and composites.
• 3/8" shank with adjustable top screw - provides compatibility with most boring machines and drill presses, giving versatility across multiple setups without adapters.
• 35 mm cutting diameter and 57.5 mm length - sized specifically for standard hinge boring, producing precise cylinder pockets required for European-style hinge installation.
• Right-hand rotation - matches the standard spindle direction of drill presses and multi-spindle boring machines for safe, reliable operation.
• Wood storage case included - protects carbide cutting edges between uses and keeps the bit organized, extending the working life of the tool.
• Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee - provides long-term confidence in the investment, covering defects and supporting professional users over the life of the tool.

Why This Product

• The combination of spur cutters and wing cutters means you get clean, accurate hinge pockets without splintering or tear-out - critical when working with veneered plywood or finished hardwood panels where surface quality matters.
• The 3/8" shank with an adjustable top screw makes this bit compatible with most boring machines and drill presses, so it integrates into your existing equipment without the cost of special tooling or chucks.
• Industrial carbide tipping extends cutting life well beyond standard high-speed steel bits, making the 3557E a cost-effective option for repeated boring in production settings using hardwoods, softwoods, solid surface materials, and composites.
• At 35 mm in diameter, this cylinder bit is purpose-built for European-style hinge boring - the exact size required for the 35 mm cup hinge standard widely used in cabinet and furniture production.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• MPN: 3557E
• Diameter: 35 mm
• Length: 57.5 mm
• Shank: 3/8"
• Rotation: RH
• 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. Use on automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines.
• Hinge pocket boring for European-style cup hinges in cabinet and furniture manufacturing.
• Accurate cylinder boring on drill presses and hand-held drills in professional woodworking shop environments.

What's Included

• 1x Freud 35 mm Cylinder (Hinge) Bit with 3/8" shank (MPN: 3557E)
• 1x Wood storage case for bit protection and organization

Frequently Asked Questions

What size hinge cup does the 3557E bore?

The 3557E bores a 35 mm diameter cylinder pocket, which is the standard size required for European-style cup hinges widely used in cabinet and furniture construction.

What machines is this boring bit compatible with?

This bit is designed with a 3/8" shank and an adjustable top screw, making it compatible with most boring machines including drill presses and hand-held drills, as well as automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines.

How does this bit prevent tear-out during boring?

The 3557E features two wing cutters and two spur cutters that work together to score and clear material cleanly, preventing bottom-side tear-out when boring through veneered plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, composites, and solid surface materials.

What guarantee comes with this Freud boring bit?

Freud backs the 3557E with their Limited Lifetime Guarantee, providing long-term assurance of the bit's quality and performance for professional users.