Product Description
CMT 690.514 Profile Knives for Insert Shaper System are a precision-matched pair of alloyed steel shaper knives sized 1-31/32 in. x 5/32 in. (50x4mm), designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads in the insert shaper system. These profile knives deliver consistent molding and profiling results on wood and engineered sheet materials, making them a reliable choice for cabinetmakers, furniture builders, and millwork professionals who demand repeatable profile quality from their spindle moulder or shaper setup.
Key Features
- Alloyed steel construction - provides long-lasting performance and holds a sharp cutting edge through extended production runs, reducing downtime for blade changes.
- 50x4mm (1-31/32 in. x 5/32 in.) knife size - fits the CMT insert shaper universal cutter head system, allowing quick knife swaps to switch between molding profiles without changing the entire head.
- Sold as a matched pair - both knives are ground to the same profile, ensuring balanced cutting and a smooth, consistent surface finish on every pass.
- Part of a broad profile knife range - the 690 series offers a variety of profiles for the universal cutter head system, meaning one compatible cutter head can serve many different molding tasks.
Why This Product
- For shops running a CMT universal cutter head system, these 50x4mm insert knives allow fast profile changes without replacing the entire head assembly - saving time and tooling costs across multiple molding operations.
- Made from alloyed steel with a focus on long-lasting performance, these shaper knives are built to withstand the demands of repetitive profiling in hardwood, softwood, and engineered panel applications.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 690.514
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Cutting Height: 1-31/32 in.
- Maximum Thickness: 5/32 in.
- Metric Size: 50x4mm
- Material: Alloyed Steel (SP)
- Quantity: 2 knives (sold as a pair)
- System Compatibility: CMT Insert Shaper Universal Cutter Heads
Approved Applications
- Molding and profiling on spindle moulders and shaper machines
- Cabinet door frame and panel work
- Edge profiling on hardwood and softwood
- Profiling MDF and chipboard panels
Frequently Asked Questions
What cutter heads are these profile knives compatible with?
These 690.514 profile knives are designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads in the insert shaper system. The 50x4mm knife size is a standard dimension accepted by CMT universal cutter heads within the 692 series and similar insert shaper heads that accept 50mm knives.
How many knives are included in one purchase of the CMT 690.514?
Each purchase of the CMT 690.514 includes a matched pair of 2 profile knives, both ground to the same profile for balanced, consistent cutting performance.
Can these knives be used with other profiles in the CMT 690 series?
Yes - the CMT 690 series offers a variety of profile knives for the universal cutter head system, all sharing the same 50x4mm format. This means one compatible cutter head can accept different 690 series knife profiles, allowing you to switch molding profiles by simply swapping the knife pair.
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