The CMT 835.501.11 Rabbeting Set delivers precision rebate cuts along board edges, making it a go-to choice for woodworkers tackling joinery, cabinet back panels, door frames, and frame-and-panel assemblies. Built around a 1-3/8 in. diameter, 2-flute carbide-tipped rabbeting bit with a 1/2 in. shank, this CMT set stands out because it includes six interchangeable ball bearing guides that let you dial in rabbet depths from 0 to 1/2 in. - all with a single bit body. Whether you are routing rabbets on a handheld router, a router table, or a CNC routing machine, this set gives you the flexibility to work across a wide range of solid hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic without changing bits.

Key Features

• Six interchangeable ball bearing guides included - swap bearings instead of bits to change your rabbet depth from 0 to 1/2 in., saving setup time and keeping your workflow moving efficiently.
• 1-3/8 in. cutting diameter with 1/2 in. cutting height - sized to handle a full 1/2 in. deep rabbet in a single pass, reducing the need for multiple passes on standard joinery work.
• 2-flute HW (carbide) cutting edges - hard carbide material holds an edge longer than high-speed steel, meaning fewer sharpenings and more consistent results across hardwood and softwood species alike.
• 1/2 in. shank - the larger 1/2 in. shank diameter provides greater stability and reduced vibration compared to 1/4 in. shank bits, resulting in cleaner, smoother rabbet walls.
• Right-hand (RH) rotation - matches the standard rotation direction of virtually all handheld routers and router tables, so installation is straightforward with no special setup required.
• 2-5/16 in. total length - compact enough to fit comfortably in most router collets and lift plates while still providing full 1/2 in. cutting height for deep rebate profiles.
• Fastening screws and Allen key included - everything needed to swap bearings and secure them is in the box, so you can change cutting depths on the job without hunting for separate tools.
• Protective shields included - help protect the bearings during storage and transport, extending the usable life of the set between jobs.

Why This Product

• One bit, six depths - because the set ships with six interchangeable bearing guides covering depths from 0 to 1/2 in., you avoid purchasing multiple single-depth rabbeting bits, making this a cost-efficient and space-saving addition to any router bit collection.
• Ready for production and hobby use alike - the 1/2 in. shank and carbide (HW) cutting material are rated for both handheld routing and router table or CNC routing machine use, giving this set genuine versatility across shop environments.
• Engineered for clean joinery across mixed materials - the 2-flute carbide geometry handles solid hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, MDF, melamine, laminates, and plastics, so you can run the same set through a variety of cabinet and millwork projects without switching tools.
• Complete, self-contained kit - with the bit, six bearings, fastening screws, shields, and an Allen key all included, there are no additional accessories to source before you can start cutting.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 835.501.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 1-3/8 in.
• Cutting Depth: 12.70mm
• Cutting Height: 1/2 in.
• Total Length: 2-5/16 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Blade Material: HW (Carbide)
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
• Rabbet Depth Range: 0 to 1/2 in.

Approved Applications

• Cutting rabbets and rebates along board edges
• Cabinet back panel joinery
• Door stop rabbets and door frame construction
• Frame and panel work
• Panel joinery

What's Included

• 1x Rabbeting bit (835.501.11), 1-3/8 in. diameter, 1/2 in. shank
• 6x Interchangeable ball bearing guides for depths 0 to 1/2 in.
• Fastening screws
• Protective shields
• Allen key