CMT Flush Trim Bit - 3/8" Diameter x 1" Cutting Height, 1/4" Shank by CMT is a precision routing bit engineered for flush trimming laminates, veneer edges, and template-guided pattern work. With a 2-blade carbide-tipped design and a ball-bearing guide that tracks templates accurately, this bit delivers clean, consistent results on solid wood, sheet goods, and plastic materials alike. Whether you are trimming plastic laminate on a countertop, duplicating a pattern with a router template, or cutting through mortises in hardwood stock, this compact 1/4" shank bit fits a wide range of handheld routers and router tables.

Key Features

• 3/8" Cutting Diameter - a compact profile that allows the bit to navigate tight curves and intricate template profiles without deflection, ideal for detail-oriented pattern routing and laminate trimming.
• 1" Cutting Height - provides enough depth to flush trim full-thickness laminate panels, veneer edges, and workpiece faces in a single pass, reducing the need for multiple setups.
• 2-Flute HW Carbide Construction - two hardmetal (HW) carbide teeth stay sharp longer through demanding cuts in laminates, hardwood, plywood, MDF, and plastics, extending the service life of the bit and reducing replacement frequency.
• 0 deg. Cutting Angle - a straight cutting geometry produces perfectly vertical edges that are flush with the template or adjacent surface, eliminating the need for secondary sanding or scraping on most materials.
• Right-Hand Rotation - standard RH rotation is compatible with the vast majority of handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines, making this bit a straightforward drop-in for existing setups.
• 1/4" Shank Diameter - fits any router with a 1/4" collet, keeping the bit accessible for lightweight trim routers and full-size machines with a 1/4" collet option.
• 2-11/16" Total Length - a moderate overall length provides sufficient clearance above the workpiece for bearing-guided template work without introducing excessive overhang that could cause vibration.

Why This Product

• Designed specifically for precision laminate trimming and template routing, this bit handles both finish-quality edge work and through-mortise cutting, making it a versatile tool for a broad range of woodworking tasks from a single bit.
• The compact 3/8" cutting diameter combined with the ball-bearing guide allows the bit to follow curved and intricate template edges accurately, making it particularly well suited for pattern copying and replicating complex shapes.
• With a 1/4" shank, this bit is compatible with lightweight trim routers as well as larger machines equipped with a 1/4" collet, giving woodworkers flexibility across their existing tool inventory without purchasing additional adapters.
• CMT's HW carbide material maintains a sharp cutting edge through repeated use on demanding materials such as hardwood and plastic laminate, supporting consistent surface quality over the life of the bit.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 806.095.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 3/8"
• Cutting Height: 1"
• Total Length: 2-11/16"
• Shank: 1/4"
• Cutting Angle: 0 deg.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Rotation: RH (Right-Hand)
• Product Type: Flush Trim Bit

Approved Applications

• Flush trimming laminates and veneers
• Template routing and pattern copying
• Edge trimming on solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, MDF, and plastic
• Through mortise cutting
• Precision finish work on laminate panels and countertop edges