Description of π§ Bosch 85216M 3-Flute Carbide Tipped
Triple flute design for exceptional smoothness and finish quality. Balanced cutting for chatter-free production trimming. For trimming laminates, veneers, and similar materials. Shielded, compact ball-bearing pilot guides bit along edge of material.
This attachment can cut quickly with 3 cutting edges instead of the usual 2. And it has at least 5 times better edge retention than the Chinese competition. The finish is also very good, even after more than 30 feet of cutting.
Pros
For cutting laminate, veneer and similar materials
Bosch quality. Same or better price than the big boxes. Fast delivery, always in stock. I would recommend a 1/2" shank for serious routing on a table (3/4 layers or up to 1/4" thick aluminum [use proper cutting fluid]) but for laminate and low density wood I get it months of shank cutting 1/4 inch in a smaller portable router. Keep a few spares in your bit box so you don't get distracted by "go buy new" tours.