Product Description
CMT 690.035 Profile Knives for Insert Shaper System are a matched pair of alloyed steel shaping knives sized 1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in. (40x4mm), designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads in the insert shaper system. Woodworkers who demand consistent molding profiles on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard will find these knives a reliable choice for cabinetry, door making, edge profiling, and frame-and-panel work. The KSS 40x4mm format makes them compatible with CMT 692 series cutter heads as well as other insert shaper systems that accept 40mm or 50mm profile knives, giving shops a flexible and long-lasting shaping solution.
Key Features
- Alloyed Steel Construction - the SP alloyed steel material delivers long-lasting performance and maintains a sharp cutting edge through extended production runs on a wide variety of wood-based materials.
- Matched Pair (2 knives) - supplied as a balanced set of 2, so both knives are always replaced together, ensuring a symmetrical profile and reducing vibration at the cutter head.
- 40x4mm (1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in.) KSS Profile Knife Format - the standardized KSS 40x4mm dimension fits CMT 692 series cutter heads and other compatible insert shaper systems accepting 40mm or 50mm knives, giving you broad machine compatibility from a single knife size.
- Part of a Variety of Profile Knives for Universal Cutter Heads - selecting profile number 035 from within a broad CMT profile knife range means you can mix and match profiles across the same cutter head system without changing tooling setups.
- 1-37/64 in. Cutting Height - the generous cutting height allows a full, deep profile pass in a single cut, reducing the need for multiple passes and improving shop productivity.
Why This Product
- Alloyed steel construction provides long-lasting performance, making these knives a cost-effective choice for shops that run spindle moulders, moulders, or profile and edging machines regularly on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard.
- The standardized KSS 40x4mm format means these knives integrate directly into the CMT 692 series cutter head system, eliminating compatibility guesswork and allowing fast knife changes between molding profiles.
- Sold as a matched pair of 2, these knives are ready to install as a balanced set - no need to purchase or match individual knives separately before getting back to work.
- Profile number 035 is one option within a wide variety of CMT profile knives for universal cutter heads, so woodworkers can expand their molding capabilities across multiple profiles while keeping the same cutter head and insert system.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 690.035
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Cutting Height: 1-37/64 in.
- Maximum Thickness: 5/32 in.
- Knife Size: 40x4mm (1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in.)
- Material: SP alloyed steel
- Profile Number: 035
- Quantity: 2 knives (1 pair)
- Compatible System: CMT Insert Shaper System - CMT 692 series cutter heads
Approved Applications
- Molding and profiling on spindle moulders, moulders, and profile and edging machines
- Cabinet door making
- Edge profiling on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard
- Frame and panel work
Frequently Asked Questions
What cutter heads are these profile knives compatible with?
These 690.035 profile knives are designed for the CMT Insert Shaper System and are compatible with CMT 692 series cutter heads. They use the standard KSS 40x4mm knife format, which is also accepted by other insert shaper systems that accommodate 40mm or 50mm profile knives.
How many knives are included in a purchase?
Each purchase includes 1 pair - 2 matched profile knives. Using a balanced matched pair is important for stable, vibration-free performance at the cutter head and for producing a consistent, symmetrical profile on your workpiece.
What materials can these knives be used on?
These alloyed steel profile knives are suited for shaping and molding hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard - covering the most common solid wood and engineered wood-based panel materials found in cabinetry, millwork, and furniture production.
What is the cutting height and thickness of these profile knives?
The 690.035 profile knives have a cutting height of 1-37/64 in. and a maximum thickness of 5/32 in., corresponding to the 40x4mm KSS knife format used across the CMT universal cutter head insert shaper system.
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