Product Description
CMT 690.042 Profile Knives for Insert Shaper System are a pair of alloyed steel shaper knives sized 1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in. (40x4mm), purpose-built for use with CMT universal cutter heads in the insert shaper system. These KSS-style profile knives are designed to deliver long-lasting performance in molding, profiling, and shaping operations on a wide range of wood-based materials. Whether you are producing cabinet door profiles, decorative moldings, or frame and panel work, this matched pair brings consistency and durability to every pass through the spindle moulder or moulder.
Key Features
- Alloyed steel construction - provides the structural toughness needed for repeated use in demanding shaping applications, helping the knives maintain their edge and profile accuracy over time.
- 40x4mm (1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in.) knife size - fits the CMT insert shaper system cutter heads precisely, ensuring a secure, vibration-free seating for clean, consistent profile cuts.
- Sold as a matched pair (2 knives) - both knives are included so the cutter head is fully equipped and balanced right out of the package, saving setup time.
- Designed for CMT universal cutter heads - compatible with a variety of CMT insert shaper cutter heads, offering flexibility across multiple machines and setups without purchasing additional tooling systems.
- Long-lasting performance - engineered for extended service life, reducing the frequency of knife changes and keeping your production workflow running efficiently.
- Profile number 042 - a specific molding profile within the CMT insert shaper system range, making it straightforward to reorder the exact same profile when replacement is needed.
Why This Product
- Purpose-matched for the CMT insert shaper system - these knives are dimensioned specifically at 40x4mm to seat correctly in compatible CMT universal cutter heads, eliminating guesswork when selecting replacement or additional profile knives.
- A variety of profiles available in the same system - because CMT offers a broad range of profile knives for the same universal cutter heads, you can switch profiles without investing in entirely new tooling, making this a cost-effective approach to expanding your shaping capabilities.
- Alloyed steel for durability in production environments - the material choice means these knives are built to hold up under continuous use on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard, reducing downtime from premature wear.
- Sold in pairs for immediate, balanced use - receiving both knives together means the cutter head can be loaded and balanced immediately, supporting safe operation and a smooth, consistent profile finish from the first cut.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 690.042
- 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: Alloyed Steel (SP)
- Profile Number: 042
- Quantity: 2 knives (sold as a pair)
- System Compatibility: CMT Insert Shaper System - Universal Cutter Heads
Approved Applications
- Molding and profiling on spindle moulders and moulders
- Cabinet door making and decorative profile work
- Edge profiling on hardwood and softwood
- Frame and panel work
- Shaping and profiling MDF and chipboard
Frequently Asked Questions
How many knives are included with the CMT 690.042?
The CMT 690.042 is sold as a pair, meaning you receive 2 profile knives per purchase. This provides both knives needed to fully load a compatible CMT universal cutter head.
What machines are these profile knives compatible with?
These knives are designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads in the insert shaper system. They are suitable for use on spindle moulders, moulders, and profile and edging machines that accept 40mm profile knives.
What materials can these shaper knives cut?
The CMT 690.042 knives are suited for use on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard, making them a practical choice for a wide range of woodworking and cabinetmaking applications.
What is the significance of the profile number 042?
Profile number 042 identifies the specific molding profile shape that these knives are ground to produce. CMT offers a variety of profile knives for the same universal cutter head system, each with a distinct profile number, so you can select or reorder the exact profile you need for your application.
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