Product Description
CMT Bead and Bull Nose Router Bit - 7/8" Diameter, 3/4" Cutting Height, 1/8" Radius, 1/4" Shank is a precision carbide-tipped routing bit designed to mill elegantly finished round and semi-round bead profiles on wood edges in a single pass. Ideal for stair treads, window sills, shelves, and furniture edges, this right-hand rotation bit gives woodworkers a clean, consistent bead profile without secondary passes or hand finishing. The 2-flute hardmetal carbide construction delivers smooth, repeatable results on hardwood, softwood, and composite materials alike.
Key Features
- Hardmetal (HW) carbide cutting material - provides long-lasting edge retention and clean cuts through hardwood, softwood, and engineered panels without premature dulling.
- 2-flute design - produces a smoother surface finish compared to single-flute bits, reducing the need for sanding after routing.
- 1/8" radius bead profile - mills a precisely defined bead or bull nose contour in one pass, saving time on furniture edges, shelf fronts, and window sills.
- Right-hand (RH) rotation - compatible with the vast majority of routers and router table setups for straightforward installation and reliable performance.
- 1/4" shank diameter - fits a wide range of standard router collets, making it easy to integrate into existing router table or handheld router setups.
- 7/8" cutting diameter with 3/4" cutting height - sized to handle full-depth bead profiles on typical shelf and sill stock in a single routing pass.
- Fence-guided router table operation - the fence controls the cut path precisely, reducing operator error and producing consistent profiles across long runs of material.
Why This Product
- Achieves a complete bead or bull nose edge profile in one pass - eliminating the time and effort of multiple setups or manual shaping steps on stair treads, shelves, and sills.
- The 1/8" radius and 7/8" cutting diameter are sized so a cutter with a bead diameter wider than the stock thickness can be used to add a final decorative touch, giving woodworkers flexible creative options from a single bit.
- 2-flute hardmetal carbide construction balances cutting speed with surface quality, making this bit suitable for production runs as well as one-off furniture and millwork projects.
- 1/4" shank fits the most common router collet size, so this bit works with a broad range of router tables equipped with a fence - no adapters or specialty equipment required.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 854.002.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 7/8"
- Cutting Height: 3/4"
- Cutting Height (Inner): 1/4"
- Total Length: 2"
- Radius: 1/8"
- Shank: 1/4"
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
- Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
- Bit Type: Bead and Bull Nose
Approved Applications
- Bead and bull nose edge profiles on stair treads
- Decorative edge milling on window sills
- Rounded edge finishing on shelving and bookcases
- Furniture edge profiling on solid hardwood and softwood
- Final-touch bead profiles where cutter diameter exceeds stock thickness
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this bit be used freehand with a handheld router?
No. This bit must be used only on router tables equipped with a fence. Freehand operation is not appropriate for this bit type. Always secure the workpiece properly and do not remove it from the router table while the bit is still routing.
What shank size does this bit require?
This bit has a 1/4" shank, which fits standard 1/4" collets found on most router tables and handheld routers. Confirm your router accepts a 1/4" collet before mounting the bit.
What profile does this bit cut?
This is a bead and bull nose router bit with a 1/8" radius. It mills a full-round or semi-round bead profile on the edge of the workpiece. For a final decorative result, CMT recommends using a cutter with a bead diameter wider than the thickness of the stock being routed.
What materials can this bit cut?
The hardmetal (HW) carbide cutting edges are suited for solid hardwood, softwood, and engineered wood products. The 2-flute design helps deliver clean surface finishes across a range of wood-based materials commonly used in furniture, shelving, and millwork applications.
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