Product Description
CMT 690.519 Profile Knives for Insert Shaper System are a 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 long-lasting cutting performance on a wide range of wood materials, making them a reliable choice for molding, profiling, and edge shaping work on spindle moulders and similar machines.
Key Features
- Alloyed steel construction - provides durable, long-lasting performance through repeated profiling and molding operations, reducing the need for frequent knife replacement.
- 50x4mm knife size (1-31/32 in. x 5/32 in.) - fits the CMT universal cutter head insert system, giving woodworkers a precise and repeatable profile on each pass.
- Part of a variety of profile knives for universal cutter heads - allows users to expand their shaping capabilities by swapping profiles within the same compatible cutter head system.
- Sold as a matched pair (2 knives) - both knives are included so the cutter head is ready to use immediately, ensuring balanced cutting performance.
Why This Product
- For woodworkers already using CMT universal cutter heads, these 50x4mm insert knives integrate directly into the existing system - no additional adapters or hardware needed to switch profiles and get back to work.
- The alloyed steel material and long-lasting performance design make these knives well-suited for high-volume profiling tasks on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard, where consistent results across many cuts are essential.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 690.519
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Cutting Height: 1-31/32 in.
- Maximum Thickness: 5/32 in.
- Knife Size: 50x4mm
- Material: Alloyed Steel (SP)
- Quantity: 2 knives (sold as a pair)
- System: Insert Shaper System - Universal Cutter Heads
Approved Applications
- Molding and profiling on spindle moulders
- Edge profiling on profile and edging machines
- Cabinet door making
- Frame and panel work
- Compatible materials - hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard
What's Included
- 2x CMT 690.519 Profile Knives (50x4mm, 1-31/32 in. x 5/32 in.) - matched pair
Frequently Asked Questions
What cutter head system are these profile knives designed for?
These knives are designed for the CMT universal cutter head insert shaper system. They are part of a variety of profile knives offered for universal cutter heads that accept 50x4mm insert knives.
How many knives are included in one purchase?
Each purchase includes 2 knives - a matched pair of 50x4mm (1-31/32 in. x 5/32 in.) profile knives, so both positions in the cutter head can be loaded at once.
What material are the CMT 690.519 knives made from?
The knives are made from alloyed steel, which supports long-lasting performance through demanding profiling and molding operations on hardwood, softwood, MDF, and chipboard.
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