TREND Spiral up-cut cutter 8mm diameter | 55/08X1/4HSS

Trend 55/08X1/4HSS spiral up-cut cutter (8mm, 1/4" shank)

Trend 55/08X1/4HSS is a spiral up-cut router cutter designed for clean cutting and efficient chip removal when routing, slotting and plunge cutting. It’s a practical choice for woodworkers who want a finer finish in softwood, with the up-cut action helping to reduce heat build-up during plunge work.

This Trend spiral up-cut cutter is also suitable for machining tasks such as milling lateral slots, including work on non-ferrous metals, where secure clamping and appropriate lubrication are recommended.

Key Features

• Spiral up-cut design: Lifts waste upwards for efficient chip clearance during routing and slotting.
• Cleaner plunge cutting: Up-cut action helps reduce burning when plunging into softwood for a finer finish.
• Long shank format: Provides useful reach for controlled routing operations.
• Non-ferrous metal capable: Designed for plunge and milling work, including lateral slotting in suitable materials.
• Secure, stable machining: Intended for use with firmly clamped workpieces for safer, more accurate results.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable applications

• Plunge cutting and routing in softwoods where a finer finish is required
• Machining and milling lateral slots
• Non-ferrous metal cutting tasks (use suitable coolant, wax stick or lubricant)