Dovetail Router Bits

Dovetail router bits are specifically designed to create dovetail joints, which are commonly used in woodworking to join two pieces of material at right angles. Dovetail joints are known for their strength and resistance to pulling apart, making them ideal for applications where stability is crucial, such as in furniture construction.

When using a dovetail router bit, the bit is mounted in a router, and the material to be joined is typically secured in a vice or clamp. The router is then guided along the edges of the material, creating a series of interlocking dovetail-shaped notches or recesses.

Dovetail router bits come in various profiles, including straight-sided dovetails, variable angle dovetails, and miniature dovetails, among others. The choice of profile depends on the specific application and the desired aesthetic. For example, through dovetails are commonly used in drawer construction, while half-blind dovetails are often employed in joinery where the joint should be concealed.

Made in America by HTC, M7 high speed steel dovetail router bits from AFT Fasteners are available with a 45-degree or a 60-degree angled cone. Choose uncoated or coated versions with 6, 8, 10 or 12 flutes, with or without center-cut. Add a quality dovetail cutter from AFT to your machine cutting rotation today.