47168 Amana Tool Carbide Tipped Flush Trim Compression with Upper and Lower Bearing Guide (5/8" Diameter)

The Amana Tool 47168 Flush Trim Compression Bit is a really useful bit for template routing and flush trimming, especially when working on curves that run both with and against the grain. When you need flexibility in your cutting direction without constantly moving your template, this bit can make the job much easier.

We use this router bit in our shop for flush trimming templates, particularly on curved parts where grain direction changes throughout the cut. The upper and lower bearing guide design allows you to use the template from either side of the workpiece, so you can cut in the direction that gives you the cleanest result.

This bit is a strong option for template work, pattern routing, laminate trimming, and curved part shaping, and it’s especially helpful when you want cleaner results on more complex shapes.

Why We Like It

• Great for flush trimming templates and pattern work

• Especially useful when cutting curves with and against the grain

• Upper and lower bearing guides let you route from either direction

• Helps reduce the need to reposition templates

• A solid choice for laminate work, template routing, and detailed woodworking

• Makes it easier to get cleaner results on challenging curved parts

Specifications

• Model: Amana Tool 47168

• Diameter (D): 5/8"

• Cutting Height (B): 1-3/8"

• B1: 49/64"

• Shank (d): 1/4"

• Overall Length (L): 3-1/4"

• Replacement Bearing: 47712 (2)

• Flutes: 2

What’s Included

• One (1) Amana Tool 47168 Carbide Tipped Flush Trim Compression Bit with Upper and Lower Bearing Guide (5/8" Diameter)

What We Use It For

We use this router bit for flush trimming templates, especially when:

• Cutting curved parts

• Routing areas that go with and against the grain

• Doing pattern work where being able to change cutting direction helps improve the cut

This style of bit is especially handy when one cutting direction starts to cause tear-out and you want the flexibility to reverse direction without changing your template setup.

Product Features

This bit is designed for laminate work, template routing, and pattern work. The two-bearing design allows the cutter to be used with the template mounted on either side of the workpiece. That means you can cut from either direction using just one template, without having to stop and move the template to the opposite side.

That added routing flexibility makes it an excellent choice for template work, especially on curved parts where grain direction changes throughout the cut.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this router bit used for?
This bit is used for flush trimming templates, pattern routing, and laminate work. It’s especially useful for curved parts where changing cutting direction can help improve the quality of the cut.

Why is this bit good for curved template work?
When routing curves, part of the cut may go with the grain and part may go against the grain. This bit allows you to change routing direction more easily so you can get a cleaner cut and reduce tear-out.

What is the advantage of the upper and lower bearing guides?
The upper and lower bearings let you use the same template from either side of the workpiece. This gives you more flexibility and saves time because you don’t need to move the template to keep routing in the best direction.

What does “compression” mean on this bit?
In this case, the compression-style design helps support cleaner trimming performance, especially in applications where cut quality matters and you want more control during template-guided routing.

Can I use this bit in a standard router?
Yes — this bit has a 1/4" shank, so it fits routers that accept 1/4" shank router bits.

What types of projects is this bit best for?
This bit is well suited for template routing, laminate trimming, shaped parts, curved woodworking components, and other projects where flush trimming accuracy is important.

Is this a good bit for template routing?
Yes — this is an excellent bit for template and pattern work, especially when working on shapes that require you to route from different directions for the cleanest finish.