Product Description
The CMT 811.700.11 Straight Bit Short Series is a precision-engineered 25/32" diameter router bit designed for woodworkers and production shops who need reliable, repeatable straight cuts in a compact profile. Built from special fatigue-proof steel with micrograin carbide cutting edges, this two-flute bit handles demanding work in solid hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, composites, and a wide range of engineered wood products. The 1/2" shank delivers solid stability in handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines, making it a versatile choice for dadoes, grooves, rabbets, mortising, and template routing applications.
Key Features
- Fatigue-Proof Steel Body with Micrograin Carbide Cutters - the combination of special fatigue-proof steel and micrograin carbide construction allows the bit to withstand even the heaviest of workloads, maintaining edge integrity through extended production runs in plywood, composites, and natural woods.
- CMT Orange Non-Stick P.T.F.E. Coating - the trademark orange non-stick coating helps keep the bit from collecting resin, pitch, and other residue during cutting, reducing heat buildup and helping extend tool life between cleanings.
- Two-Flute (2-Tooth) Design - dual cutting edges balance chip clearance with cut quality, making this short-series bit well-suited for production-volume routing where consistent results are essential.
- Strict Quality Testing for Tolerance, Balance, and Concentricity - every bit is subject to strict quality tests to guarantee perfect cutting tolerance, balance, and concentricity, which means cleaner cuts, reduced vibration, and a longer bit and router bearing life.
- Short Series Profile - the compact 2-5/16" total length and 1" cutting height keeps the bit close to the collet, improving rigidity and reducing deflection for precise groove and dado work.
- Right-Hand Rotation - compatible with standard right-hand router collets used in the vast majority of handheld routers, router tables, and CNC machines.
Why This Product
- The micrograin carbide cutting edges and fatigue-proof steel body are specifically built for industrial-scale production using plywood, composites, and natural woods - meaning this bit holds up in high-volume shop environments where lesser bits fail prematurely.
- The short-series design keeps the bit closer to the router collet than standard-length bits, which reduces flex and chatter during aggressive cuts - an important advantage when routing dadoes or mortises in hardwood or dense composite panels.
- The non-stick P.T.F.E. coating actively resists resin and pitch adhesion, so the bit stays cleaner during long production runs and requires less frequent maintenance to maintain cut quality.
- Strict per-bit quality testing for concentricity and balance means this 1/2" shank bit runs true in both fixed and plunge routers, protecting your router bearings and delivering consistent groove dimensions across a full production batch.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 811.700.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 19.85mm (25/32")
- Cutting Height: 1"
- Total Length: 2-5/16"
- Shank: 1/2"
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Material: HW (Micrograin Carbide)
- Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
- Series: Short Series
- Product Type: Straight Bit
Approved Applications
- Straight cuts including dadoes, grooves, and rabbets
- Mortising
- Template routing
- Plywood joinery
- Industrial-scale production routing in solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials can this straight bit cut?
This bit is designed for use with a variety of materials including plywood, composites, and natural woods such as solid hardwood and softwood. The micrograin carbide cutting edges and fatigue-proof steel body are built to handle heavy production workloads across all of these material types.
What is the purpose of the orange P.T.F.E. coating on CMT bits?
The orange non-stick P.T.F.E. coating is CMT's trademark surface treatment that helps keep the bit from collecting resin, pitch, and other residue during routing. This reduces heat-related buildup on the cutting edges and makes the bit easier to clean, helping to maintain consistent cut quality over time.
Why choose a short-series bit instead of a standard-length straight bit?
The short-series design has a more compact total length of 2-5/16", which keeps the bit seated closer to the router collet. This reduces leverage and deflection during the cut, improving accuracy and rigidity - particularly useful when routing dadoes, grooves, or mortises where precise depth and wall straightness matter.
Is this bit compatible with CNC routing machines?
Yes. The 1/2" shank and right-hand rotation make this bit compatible with standard CNC routing machine collets, as well as handheld routers and router tables. Every bit is subject to strict quality tests for concentricity and balance, which supports smooth, accurate performance in CNC applications.
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