The Freud 5 mm Brad Point Bit is an industrial-grade carbide tipped boring bit engineered for precision drilling in professional woodworking and cabinet manufacturing environments. With a 10 mm shank featuring an adjustable top screw, this brad point bit integrates seamlessly with most automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines, delivering clean, accurate holes in a wide range of materials including hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, solid surface materials, and composites. Built in Italy to demanding industrial standards, the Freud BP50057R is a reliable choice for cabinet shops, furniture manufacturers, and millwork professionals who need consistent, repeatable boring performance on high-production equipment.

Key Features

• Industrial carbide tips - extend cutting life and maintain sharpness through high-volume production runs in demanding materials
• 10 mm shank with adjustable top screw - provides broad compatibility with most automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines, reducing the need for adapter hardware
• 5 mm cutting diameter with a 57.5 mm overall length - sized precisely for standard cabinet hardware and joinery applications requiring shallow, accurate bores
• Maximum hole depth of 27 mm - suitable for through-bores and blind holes in typical panel and cabinet construction
• Right hand rotation - matches the standard spindle direction of drill presses and hand held drills for direct, ready-to-use operation
• Compatible with drill press and hand held drill use - adds versatility beyond multi-spindle machines for shop floor flexibility
• Freud Limited Lifetime Guarantee - provides long-term value assurance and confidence in tool investment

Why This Product

• Designed specifically for multi-spindle boring machines with an adjustable 10 mm shank, making this bit a drop-in fit for most production boring equipment without the need for custom adapters or modifications.
• Industrial carbide tipping means the cutting edges withstand repeated use across hardwoods, softwoods, composites, and solid surface materials - reducing downtime from frequent bit changes on busy production lines.
• The brad point geometry delivers clean entry and precise hole placement, which is critical when boring for cabinet hinges, shelf pins, and other hardware where accuracy directly affects fit and finish.
• Backed by Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee, this bit represents a long-term investment for shops that demand durability and performance from their boring tools day after day.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• MPN: BP50057R
• Diameter: 5 mm
• Length: 57.5 mm
• Shank: 10 mm
• Maximum Hole Depth: 27 mm
• 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 on automatic or manual multi-spindle boring machines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines is the Freud BP50057R compatible with?

This brad point boring bit features a 10 mm shank with an adjustable top screw, making it compatible with most automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines. It is also suitable for use with a drill press and hand held drill.

What materials can this 5 mm brad point bit drill through?

The BP50057R is designed to drill composites, solid surface materials, veneered plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods. The industrial carbide tips maintain cutting performance across all of these material types.

What is the maximum hole depth this bit can achieve?

The Freud BP50057R has a maximum hole depth of 27 mm, which is well-suited for typical cabinet and panel boring applications such as hardware mounting and shelf pin holes.

Does this brad point bit come with any warranty coverage?

Yes. The Freud BP50057R is backed by Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee, providing long-term assurance on the bit's quality and performance.