The Freud 9 mm Brad Point Boring Bit (BP90057L) by Freud is a professional-grade, carbide-tipped boring bit engineered for high-volume woodworking and cabinet production environments. Featuring left-hand rotation and a precision 10 mm shank with an adjustable top screw, this bit integrates seamlessly with most multi-spindle boring machines - both automatic and manual - delivering clean, accurate holes in hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, solid surface materials, and composites. Whether you are running a drill press or a hand-held drill, this industrial boring bit is built to handle demanding production work with consistent results and long service life.

Key Features

• Industrial carbide tips - resist wear and heat during repeated boring cycles, delivering superior performance and maximum bit life in high-production settings
• Left-hand rotation - designed specifically for left-hand spindle boring machines and setups, ensuring proper chip ejection and a clean entry hole without splintering
• 9 mm cutting diameter - provides a precise, consistent bore suited to standard dowel and hardware fitting applications in cabinet and furniture production
• 10 mm shank with adjustable top screw - ensures compatibility with most multi-spindle boring machines and allows secure, centered tool holding without adapters
• 57.5 mm overall length with up to 27 mm maximum hole depth - gives sufficient reach for through-and-stopped-hole boring in panels and solid wood components
• Compatible with drill press and hand-held drill - offers flexibility across both bench-mounted and portable drilling applications on the shop floor
• Freud Limited Lifetime Guarantee - backs the bit against manufacturing defects, providing confidence in a long-term tooling investment

Why This Product

• Carbide-tipped construction extends bit life significantly beyond standard high-speed steel alternatives, reducing replacement frequency and downtime in busy production environments where hardwoods, composites, and solid surface materials are bored repeatedly.
• The 10 mm shank with an adjustable top screw makes this bit a drop-in fit for most automatic and manual multi-spindle boring machines - no special adapters or modifications required, saving setup time on the production line.
• Left-hand rotation is purpose-built for left-hand spindle configurations, meaning the bit cuts in the correct direction for those setups, producing cleaner holes in veneered plywood and hardwoods without tear-out on the face veneer.
• Freud's Limited Lifetime Guarantee means this is a tooling purchase backed by the manufacturer, reducing the long-term cost of ownership for shops that rely on consistent boring performance across a wide range of wood and composite materials.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: BP90057L
• Diameter: 9 mm
• Length: 57.5 mm
• Shank: 10 mm
• Maximum Hole Depth: 27 mm
• Rotation: LH
• Tools: Drill Press; Hand Held Drill
• Materials: Composites; Solid Surface; Veneered Plywood; Hardwoods; Softwoods

Approved Applications

• Boring in hardwoods and softwoods on automatic or manual multi-spindle boring machines
• Drilling composition and composite materials in production cabinetry and furniture manufacturing
• Boring solid surface materials for countertop and fixture fabrication
• Drilling veneered plywood panels where clean, splinter-free entry holes are required
• Use with drill press and hand-held drill for flexible workshop and job-site boring tasks

Frequently Asked Questions

What shank size does the BP90057L use, and will it fit my boring machine?

This bit features a 10 mm shank with an adjustable top screw, which makes it compatible with most standard multi-spindle boring machines. The adjustable top screw allows for secure seating in the spindle without requiring special adapters. It is also compatible with drill press and hand-held drill use.

Why does this bit have left-hand rotation, and how does that affect its use?

The BP90057L is designed with left-hand (LH) rotation specifically for use in left-hand spindle configurations found on many multi-spindle boring machines. Running it in the correct rotational direction ensures proper cutting action, clean hole entry, and effective chip clearance - particularly important when boring veneered plywood and hardwoods where surface quality matters.

What is the maximum hole depth this bit can achieve?

The BP90057L has a maximum hole depth of 27 mm. Its overall length is 57.5 mm, giving it the reach needed for both stopped-hole and through-hole boring in panels and solid wood components within that depth range.

What materials can this brad point boring bit cut through?

This bit is designed to drill composites, solid surface materials, veneered plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods. The industrial carbide tips make it suitable for the full range of materials commonly encountered in cabinet production, furniture manufacturing, and solid surface fabrication.