Freud 5.1 mm Brad Point Bit (BP51070R) is an industrial-grade carbide tipped boring bit engineered for precision drilling on multiple spindle machines. Built by Freud with a sharp brad point tip and a 10 mm shank fitted with an adjustable top screw, this bit delivers clean, accurate holes in a wide range of wood-based and composite materials - making it a reliable choice for cabinet shops, millwork operations, and production woodworking environments. Whether you are running an automatic multi-spindle boring machine or working with a manual setup, this 5.1 mm diameter bit is designed to handle composites, solid surface materials, veneered plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods with consistent results.

Key Features

• Industrial carbide tips - deliver long-lasting sharpness and resistance to wear, reducing the need for frequent bit replacement during high-production boring runs.
• 5.1 mm diameter with 70 mm overall length - provides the precise hole sizing needed for furniture hardware, shelf pins, and joinery applications in wood and composite panels.
• 10 mm shank with adjustable top screw - ensures compatibility with most multi-spindle boring machines, allowing quick setup and secure bit retention without special adapters.
• Maximum hole depth of 35 mm - accommodates standard hardware insertion depths for cabinetry and panel processing without bottoming out.
• Right-hand rotation - matches the standard spindle direction of most boring machines and drill presses, ensuring proper chip ejection and clean entry holes.
• Designed for superior performance and maximum life - the carbide tipped construction is optimized for repeated use across hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, solid surface, and composite materials.
• Freud Limited Lifetime Guarantee - provides long-term peace of mind, reflecting the durability and quality built into every bit.

Why This Product

• The 10 mm shank with an adjustable top screw makes this bit a drop-in fit for most multi-spindle boring machines, eliminating compatibility headaches and downtime during changeovers.
• Industrial carbide tips hold an edge through demanding production runs across hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, solid surface, and composite materials - reducing tool changes and keeping throughput high.
• At 5.1 mm diameter and 70 mm length with a 35 mm maximum hole depth, this bit covers the specifications required for common cabinetry and furniture hardware applications without overshooting material thickness.
• Backed by Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee, this brad point boring bit represents a long-term investment in drilling performance rather than a consumable that needs constant replacement.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Model Number: BP51070R
• Category: Brad Point Bits
• Diameter: 5.1 mm
• Length: 70 mm
• Shank: 10 mm
• Maximum Hole Depth: 35 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 BP51070R 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 can also be used with a drill press or hand held drill.

What materials can this 5.1 mm brad point bit drill through?

The BP51070R is designed to drill composites, solid surface materials, veneered plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods. The industrial carbide tip maintains sharpness across all of these material types during production boring operations.

What is the maximum hole depth this bit can achieve?

The Freud BP51070R has a maximum hole depth of 35 mm, which suits standard hardware insertion depths found in cabinetry, furniture production, and panel processing work.

Does this bit come with any warranty coverage?

Yes. The BP51070R is covered by Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee, reflecting the durability expected from industrial carbide tipped tooling used in high-production woodworking environments.