Product Description
The CMT Roman Ogee Bit with Bearing - 1 1/2" Diameter x 11/16" Cutting Height, 1/4" Radius, 1/2" Shank delivers the timeless S-curve ogee profile that has defined fine woodworking for centuries. Engineered by CMT with industrial-grade carbide and a right-hand rotation design, this edge-forming router bit is purpose-built for furniture makers, cabinetmakers, and finish carpenters who demand clean, consistent results on hardwood, softwood, and composite panels alike. The included bearing guide keeps the cut depth precise and repeatable, making it equally at home in a handheld router or a router table setup. With a 2-tooth carbide tip configuration and a total length of 2 19/32", this bit handles classic edge decoration on cabinet door edges, tabletop perimeters, and decorative trim with confidence pass after pass.
Key Features
- Roman ogee profile with 1/4" radius - produces the elegant, symmetrical S-curve edge treatment that is one of the most recognized and sought-after decorative profiles in woodworking, adding a finished, classical look to furniture and cabinetwork.
- 1 1/2" cutting diameter - covers a broad edge sweep in a single router pass (or controlled multiple passes), reducing the number of tool changes needed when shaping wide stock edges.
- 11/16" cutting height - sufficient depth to shape the full ogee profile on typical furniture and cabinet door stock, giving the bit versatility across a wide range of material thicknesses.
- 1/2" shank - the larger shank diameter provides greater rigidity and stability during the cut compared to smaller shanks, reducing chatter and helping deliver a cleaner finished edge.
- 2-flute HW (hardwood-grade) carbide tips - dual cutting edges in industrial-grade material deliver sharp, smooth cutting action on hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials while providing longer tool life between sharpenings.
- Included bearing guide - rides along the workpiece edge to maintain a consistent, repeatable depth of cut without the need for a fence, making freehand routing more accurate and reducing the risk of tearout or over-cutting.
- Right-hand rotation - matches the standard rotation direction of virtually all handheld routers and router tables, ensuring straightforward, plug-and-play compatibility with common workshop equipment.
- Multiple passes recommended - the design is optimized for incremental depth routing, which reduces stress on the bit and the workpiece and results in a cleaner, sharper profile on the finished edge.
Why This Product
- The Roman ogee is widely regarded as one of the most popular and visually refined edge treatments in woodworking - this bit is purpose-designed to produce that exact classic profile with a 1/4" radius, so the result matches the proportions of traditional cabinetry and furniture without guesswork.
- The 1/2" shank combined with a 2-flute HW carbide tip configuration means this bit stays stable under load, which translates directly to a smoother surface on the cut edge and less time spent sanding or hand-finishing after routing.
- The integrated bearing eliminates the need to set up a fence for edge profiling - simply guide the bearing against the workpiece face and the bit self-registers the cut depth, making it faster and more consistent to profile multiple pieces to the same dimension.
- At 2 19/32" total length with an 11/16" cutting height, this bit is sized to work efficiently with standard router table setups and handheld routers, giving woodworkers flexibility in how and where they use it across different projects.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 840.850.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 1 1/2"
- Cutting Height: 11/16"
- Total Length: 2 19/32"
- Radius: 1/4"
- Shank: 1/2"
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Material: HW
- Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
Approved Applications
- Roman ogee decorative edge profiles on furniture and cabinetwork
- Cabinet door edge treatment
- Tabletop and countertop edge decoration
- Architectural trim and molding profiles
- Decorative edge work on hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite panels
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of router can I use with this bit?
This bit has a 1/2" shank and right-hand rotation, which is compatible with handheld routers and router tables that accept 1/2" collets and use standard right-hand rotation - the most common router configuration in woodworking shops.
Do I need a fence when using this Roman ogee bit?
No. This bit includes a bearing guide that rides along the face of the workpiece to control the depth of cut automatically. This makes it straightforward to profile edges freehand on a router table or with a handheld router without setting up a separate fence.
Should I rout the full profile in a single pass?
For best results, multiple passes are recommended. Taking the profile in incremental passes reduces stress on the bit and the workpiece, helps prevent tearout, and produces a cleaner, sharper finished edge on the completed profile.
What does the 1/4" radius specification mean for the finished edge profile?
The 1/4" radius refers to the curvature of the ogee's S-curve detail. A 1/4" radius produces a classic, well-proportioned Roman ogee profile that is well-suited to furniture, cabinet doors, and decorative trim at standard material thicknesses.
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