CMT 308.095.11 Dowel Drill - 3/8" x 1-3/16" x 2-17/64" RH by CMT is a precision-engineered carbide-tipped dowel boring bit built for clean, accurate blind hole drilling in solid wood, chipboard, MDF, laminates, and coated panels. With a right-hand rotation, a 10x20mm parallel shank with driving flat, and negatively ground spurs, this short-series dowel drill delivers flat-bottom holes and smooth bore walls on CNC boring centers, multi-spindle boring machines, and panel processing equipment - making it a go-to choice for cabinet shops, furniture manufacturers, and woodworking professionals who demand repeatable accuracy in high-volume production environments.

Key Features

• Tungsten Carbide (HW) Cutting Material - hard carbide construction holds a sharp edge through extended production runs, reducing downtime for tool changes and maintaining consistent hole quality across solid wood, MDF, chipboard, and laminated panels.
• Negatively Ground Spurs (2 Spurs) - the precision-ground, negatively set spurs score the material fibers ahead of the cut, producing clean bore walls and flat-bottom holes free of tearout or rough edges, even in coated and laminated surfaces.
• 2-Flute, 2-Tooth Geometry - efficient chip evacuation from the 2-flute design keeps the bore clear during cutting, reducing heat buildup and helping maintain dimensional accuracy in both shallow and full-depth blind holes.
• 10x20mm Parallel Shank with Driving Flat - the standardized shank fits directly into multi-spindle CNC boring heads, boring centers, and panel processing machines with adapters or chucks, providing positive drive engagement and minimal runout.
• Right-Hand (RH) Rotation - matches the standard rotation of CNC boring equipment and multi-spindle machines, ensuring straightforward installation without the need for special setup or reversed-spindle configurations.
• Short-Series Total Length of 57.5mm (2-17/64") - the compact overall length reduces deflection and vibration during high-speed boring, contributing to tighter tolerances and straighter holes in panel and furniture production.
• 30mm (1-3/16") Cutting Height - provides sufficient depth capacity for standard dowel pocket applications in panel goods and solid wood components, covering the most common blind-hole requirements in cabinetry and furniture assembly.

Why This Product

• The negatively ground spur geometry makes this bit particularly well-suited for drilling into laminated panels, coated boards, and MDF without surface chipping - addressing one of the most common quality issues in flat-pack furniture and cabinet production.
• The 3/8" (10mm equivalent) diameter and 10x20mm driving shank are sized for direct use in standard CNC boring centers and multi-spindle machines, reducing adapter requirements and simplifying setup for common dowel-joining applications.
• Hard carbide (HW) construction means the cutting edges maintain their geometry across high-cycle production use, offering longer service intervals compared to high-speed steel alternatives when drilling abrasive materials like particleboard and MDF.
• At 57.5mm total length, this short-series bit minimizes overhang in boring head configurations, helping maintain spindle accuracy and reducing the risk of deflection when drilling multiple simultaneous holes in panel processing operations.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 308.095.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 3/8"
• Cutting Height: 30mm (1-3/16")
• Total Length: 57.5mm (2-17/64")
• Shank: 10x20mm
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
• Number of Spurs: 2
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Sharpening: Negatively ground spurs
• Blade Material: Carbide (HW)

Approved Applications

• Chipboard and particleboard
• MDF (medium-density fiberboard)
• HDF (high-density fiberboard)
• Hardwood
• Softwood
• Plywood
• Laminates
• Coated panels