Product Description
CMT 690.515 Profile Knives for Insert Shaper System are precision-crafted shaper knives designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads, giving woodworkers a reliable way to achieve consistent molding profiles on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard. Each pack contains a matched pair of alloyed steel knives measuring 1-31/32 in. x 5/32 in. (50x4mm), purpose-built for the CMT Insert Shaper System to deliver long-lasting performance on spindle moulders and profiling machines alike.
Key Features
- Pair of alloyed steel knives (KSS 50x4mm) - alloyed steel construction provides durability and edge retention through extended production runs, reducing the frequency of knife changes.
- 1-31/32 in. cutting height - a generous cutting height allows the knife to engage the full intended profile depth in a single pass, improving efficiency on molding and edge-profiling operations.
- 5/32 in. maximum thickness - the precise knife thickness ensures a secure, consistent fit within compatible universal cutter head slots, minimizing vibration and improving surface finish quality.
- Designed for CMT universal cutter heads - compatibility with the Insert Shaper System means you can swap profiles quickly without replacing the entire cutter head, saving time and tooling cost.
- Long-lasting performance - engineered for sustained use across a variety of wood-based materials, reducing downtime and maintenance intervals in production environments.
Why This Product
- For shops that work across multiple molding profiles, these interchangeable insert knives let you switch profiles on the same cutter head body - eliminating the need to stock multiple complete cutter assemblies and keeping tooling costs manageable.
- The alloyed steel construction and precision-ground profile deliver consistent, repeatable results on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard, making these knives a practical choice for cabinet door making, frame and panel work, and edge profiling.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 690.515
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Cutting Height: 1-31/32 in. (50mm)
- Maximum Thickness: 5/32 in. (4mm)
- Knife Size: 50x4mm
- Quantity: 2 knives (sold as a pair)
- System Compatibility: CMT Insert Shaper System - universal cutter heads
- Material: Alloyed steel
Approved Applications
- Molding and profiling on spindle moulders and profile machines
- Cabinet door making
- Edge profiling
- Frame and panel work
- Woodworking on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard
What's Included
- 2x CMT 690.515 profile knives (matched pair, 50x4mm)
Frequently Asked Questions
What cutter heads are these profile knives compatible with?
The CMT 690.515 knives are designed for use with CMT universal cutter heads as part of the CMT Insert Shaper System. The 50x4mm knife size is the key dimension to match when confirming compatibility with a specific cutter head body.
How many knives come in a pack of the CMT 690.515?
Each pack includes 2 knives sold as a matched pair (KSS 50x4mm). Both knives are used together in the cutter head to ensure balanced cutting and a consistent molding profile.
What materials can these shaper knives be used on?
These profile knives are suited for use on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard - covering the most common wood-based materials found in cabinet making, millwork, and general woodworking applications.
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