How hard is the cutting material?

The carbide grade used in this pcd bowl & tray bits delivers 1,500–2,000 HV / 7,000–9,000 HV hardness, which keeps the cutting edge sharp under continuous load.

Can you supply OEM or ODM parts, and how fast?

Yes. VPOINT TOOLS runs two factories in China (Chengdu and Dongguan) and accepts OEM and ODM orders. Standard samples and in-stock items ship within 24-48 hours; custom tooling is quoted per specification.

Which machines and materials is this pcd bowl & tray bits used for?

It is used on CNC routers, table saws and spindle moulders for cutting particle board, MDF, plywood, solid wood and aluminium composite panels. Chipbreaker or replaceable-insert models are available for high-volume production runs.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes. VPOINT TOOLS ships carbide and PCD woodworking tooling to more than 100 countries. Tell us the destination and application and we will confirm freight cost and lead time.

PCD Bowl & Tray Bits

PCD bowl and tray bits machine bowl and tray recesses, container profiles, lettering and sign work on compatible CNC woodworking machines. Thirteen configurations cover cutting diameters from 12.7 to 47.68 mm with corner radii from 1.59 to 15.9 mm, in 12.7 mm and 6.35 mm shanks.

Product Description

PCD Bowl & Tray Bits for CNC Woodworking — a VPOINT PCD straight router bit for flat-bottom grooving and spoilboard work, sized for MDF and similar workpieces. Start near 20,000–24,000 rpm / 10–15 m/min (standard reference values in the performance table below); the specification table lists diameters, cut lengths and shanks. Diamond edges hold 15–20× carbide life on abrasive panels. ISO 9001 production, batch-verified, custom sizes from drawings.

PCD Bowl & Tray Bits for CNC Woodworking

PCD bowl & tray bits machine bowl and tray recesses, container profiles, lettering and sign work on compatible CNC woodworking machines. Thirteen configurations cover cutting diameters from 12.7 to 47.68 mm with corner radii from 1.59 to 15.9 mm, in 12.7 mm and 6.35 mm shanks.

Design and Construction

＋The cutting edge is polycrystalline diamond (PCD) brazed onto a 40Cr chrome-molybdenum steel body with a round-nose bowl profile. The radius R sets the corner curvature of the recess, and the cutting diameter D sets the sweep of each pass. The series is produced in the Sichuan and Dongguan, China manufacturing bases.

How It Works

＋The bit is plunged into the workpiece and traced along the recess path; the round-nose profile shears a smooth round-bottomed channel whose corner radius follows the tool radius. Overlapping passes widen the recess to the tray outline, and depth of cut sets the recess depth. Send the required bottom shape, corner radius, recess depth and workpiece thickness so the profile is matched to the job.

Applications

Bowl and tray recesses
Container profiles
Lettering and sign work
For compatible CNC woodworking machines, engraving machines and routing machines

Suitable Materials

MDF, chipboard and calcium board, subject to grade and application review
Suitability depends on the specific material grade, profile and machining conditions; confirm the application before ordering

Material Comparison: Traditional Brazed Tungsten Carbide vs. Diamond (PCD) Router Bit

＋Typical industry data for reference. Actual results depend on the workpiece grade, machine condition and feed rate.

Property	Traditional Brazed Tungsten Carbide Router Bit	Diamond (PCD) Router Bit
Cutting material hardness	1,500–2,000 HV	7,000–9,000 HV
Edge life on MDF / particleboard	Baseline (1×)	15–20× longer edge life
Edge life on solid wood	Baseline (1×)	10–13× longer edge life
Edge life on acrylic	Baseline (1×)	10–15× longer edge life
Regrinding / refurbishing cycles	2–4 times	5–8 times
Cut edge quality	Ra 0.4–0.8 µm, more fuzzing	Ra 0.2–0.4 µm, cleaner edge
Thermal conductivity	≈ 100 W/m·K	≈ 500 W/m·K, heat cleared faster
Friction coefficient	≈ 0.3	≈ 0.05–0.1, lower cutting force
Chipping risk on brittle panels	Higher at high feed	Lower, stable edge at high feed
Cost per metre of cutting	Higher over long runs	Lower over long runs

Delivery Scope

Each tool is packed in an individual plastic box.

＋Each order also includes an inspection record. Custom configurations are produced after the workpiece material, machine model and required dimensions are confirmed.

Why Choose VPOINT

＋VPOINT supports this series with:

One-year warranty on every router bit
Custom and non-standard diameters, cutting heights and shanks produced to order
Regrinding service to extend tool life
Factory direct since 2008, ISO 9001 certified
Dual manufacturing bases in Sichuan and Dongguan, China

Precision & Quality Control

＋Every bowl & tray bit is inspected before shipment: cutting diameter, shank diameter, cutting height and tool runout are checked against the specification table at micron level. Production follows an ISO 9001 process with batch traceability, so reorders match the original configuration.

Specifications

The table below is transcribed from the original product chart. D denotes cutting diameter, H cutting height, R radius and d shank diameter. The source chart contains inconsistent overall-length and tooth-count entries; confirm these fields and the final configuration before ordering. Each row is a separate configuration.

Item code	D (mm)	H (mm)	R (mm)	d (mm)
LH09001	12.7	6.09	1.59	12.7
LH09002	14.29	6.88	2.38	12.7
LH09003	15.88	8.18	3.18	12.7
LH09004	20.64	8	3.97	12.7
LH09005	22.22	9.26	4.76	12.7
LH09006	25.4	10.85	6.35	12.7
LH09007	28.62	12.46	7.96	12.7
LH09008	31.75	14.52	9.52	12.7
LH09009	34.9	17.2	11.11	12.7
LH09010	38.1	18	12.7	12.7
LH09011	44.46	20	14.29	12.7
LH09012	47.68	22	15.9	12.7
LH09013	12.7	6.09	1.59	6.35

Original specification chart with 13 configurations

Bowl profile with D, H and R dimensions

Performance Data

Standard reference values for guidance only — always adjust to machine rigidity, clamping and tool wear, and confirm on the actual workpiece.

Material	Typical spindle speed	Typical feed	Notes
MDF	20,000–24,000 rpm	10–15 m/min	PCD holds edge on abrasive MDF
particleboard	18,000–22,000 rpm	8–12 m/min	Grit-resistant diamond edges

Frequently Asked Questions

Which diameters and radii are available?

＋Thirteen configurations with cutting diameters from 12.7 to 47.68 mm and radii from 1.59 to 15.9 mm. Twelve rows use a 12.7 mm shank and row LH09013 uses a 6.35 mm shank.

How do I match the bit to my tray design?

＋Send the required bottom shape, corner radius, recess depth and workpiece thickness. The radius R sets the corner curvature of the recess, so it must match the drawing.

Can it cut calcium board?

＋Calcium board is listed for this product subject to grade and application review. Provide the exact board composition, grade and thickness so suitability is confirmed before production.

What should I send for a custom request?

＋The item code or required profile drawing, tool dimensions, workpiece material, machine model, cutting direction and quantity, plus a reference photo or current-tool drawing where available.

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What feed should I start with on MDF?

＋Begin near 10–15 m/min at 20,000–24,000 rpm. Straight PCD flutes cut without lifting the panel, so a steady moderate feed gives the cleanest flat bottom; tune by chip load.

Why choose PCD for straight-flute work?

＋On abrasive MDF and particleboard the diamond edges last 15–20 times longer than brazed carbide (typical industry data), keeping the groove width constant across long runs.