Product Description
CMT 690.055 Profile Knives for Insert Shaper System are precision-engineered shaping knives designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads, delivering consistent molding profiles on a wide range of wood-based materials. Sold as a pair of 2 knives in the 40x4mm (1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in.) size, these alloyed steel profile knives are built for long-lasting performance in demanding woodworking applications such as cabinet door making, frame and panel work, and edge profiling on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard.
Key Features
- Alloyed Steel Construction - provides durability and wear resistance for extended cutting life across repeated shaping operations on solid wood and composite panels alike.
- 40x4mm Knife Size (1-37/64 in. x 5/32 in.) - a precise profile dimension that ensures consistent, repeatable molding profiles with every pass through the cutter head.
- Designed for CMT Universal Cutter Heads - integrates directly with the CMT Insert Shaper System (692 series), simplifying knife changes and expanding your profile library without additional tooling investment.
- Sold as a Pair (2 knives per pack) - both knives are matched and balanced together, supporting safe, vibration-free operation at spindle moulder speeds.
- Wide Profile Variety Available - profile number 055 is part of a broad family of CMT Insert Shaper System knives, allowing woodworkers to switch profiles quickly for diverse molding, edging, and profiling tasks.
Why This Product
- The alloyed steel material delivers long-lasting performance, meaning fewer knife replacements and lower tooling costs over time for production and shop environments.
- Profile knives for the CMT Insert Shaper System are interchangeable across the universal cutter head platform, giving woodworkers the flexibility to tackle molding, cabinet door profiles, and edge shaping with a single cutter head body and swappable knife sets.
- The matched pair design ensures balanced cutting forces, reducing vibration and helping achieve a smooth, clean surface finish on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard without additional setup time.
- The standardized 40x4mm knife size means these profile knives are compatible with insert shaper systems accepting 40mm knives, making them a practical choice for shops that already use this tooling format.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 690.055
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Cutting Height: 1-37/64 in.
- Maximum Thickness: 5/32 in.
- Knife Size: 40x4mm
- Material: Alloyed Steel
- Quantity: 2 knives (1 pair)
- System Compatibility: CMT Insert Shaper System (692 series cutter heads)
Approved Applications
- Molding and profiling on hardwood and softwood
- Cabinet door making
- Edge profiling
- Frame and panel work
- Shaping on MDF and chipboard
Frequently Asked Questions
What cutter heads are these profile knives compatible with?
These 40x4mm profile knives are designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads in the 692 series as part of the CMT Insert Shaper System. They are also compatible with other insert shaper systems that accept 40mm knives.
How many knives are included in this listing?
This listing includes 1 pair - 2 matched profile knives. Both knives in the pair share the same profile (number 055) and are intended to be used together in the cutter head for balanced, vibration-free operation.
What materials can these profile knives be used on?
These alloyed steel profile knives are suitable for shaping and profiling hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard, making them versatile for both solid wood and composite panel applications.
What machines are compatible with these insert shaper knives?
These profile knives are designed for use on spindle moulders, moulders, and profile and edging machines equipped with a compatible CMT universal cutter head or an insert shaper system accepting 40mm profile knives.
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