TREND Hinge recess cutter | 5/1X1/4TC

Trend 5/1X1/4TC hinge recess cutter, 12.7mm (1/2") diameter

The Trend 5/1X1/4TC hinge recess cutter is a two-flute, TC-tipped router cutter designed for clean, controlled shallow routing when recessing hinges. It’s a practical choice for joiners, fitters and tradespeople who want dependable chip clearance and accurate recess work.

With a 12.7mm (1/2") cutting diameter and a 1/4" shank, 5/1X1/4TC suits compatible routers for trimming and hinge seating tasks where a neat recess is required before squaring corners with a chisel.

Key Features

• Two-flute design: Promotes good chip clearance to help keep routing smoother during recess work.
• TC-tipped cutter: Tungsten carbide tipping is suited to consistent cutting performance on typical routing applications.
• Hinge recessing use: Designed for shallow lateral routing cuts such as recessing hinges.
• 1/4" shank: Fits routers/collets that accept 1/4" shank cutters.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable applications

• Routing shallow recesses for door and cabinet hinges.
• Joinery and fitting tasks where good chip clearance helps keep the cut clean.
• Work where corners will be finished square using a hand chisel or corner chisel.