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CNC Router Bits
Maker FX's House Bits
We have worked with Bits and Bits (https://bitsbits.com/) to be able to provide "house bits" for use at Maker FX. These bits will not cover every possible use, it is a good utility selection.
The house bits are (click on the part number to go to the webpage)
- Astra Coated Bits&Bits SRF4-250UP - 1/4" Up-Cut Spiral Bit (#SRF4-250UP)
- Astra Coated Bits&Bits 425-DNC250 - 1/4" Down-Cut Spiral Bit (#425-DNC250)
- Astra Coated Bits&Bits 425-CM250 - 1/4" Spiral Compression Bit (#425-CM250)
- Astra Coated Bits&Bits 425-DNC187 - 3/16" Down-Cut Spiral Bit (#425-DNC187)
- Astra Coated Bits&Bits 425-CM187 - 3/16" Spiral Compression Bit (#425-CM187)
- Astra Coated Bits&Bits SRF4-187UP - 3/16" Up-Cut Spiral Bit - 1/4" Shank (#SRF4-187UP)
- Astra Coated Whiteside 6210 Surfacing & Flattening CNC Router Bit 1/4" Shank (#W-6210)
They have set up a coupoTn code for members for 10% off plus free shipping on CNC and router bits at bitsbits.com. The code is MAKERFX. This free shipping does not have a minimum order value.