The CMT Drawer Lock Bit - 2" x 1/2" with 1/2" Shank is a precision-engineered cabinet and joinery router bit designed for cutting strong, perfectly fitting drawer lock joints quickly and easily. Built with hardmetal (carbide) cutting edges and a right-hand rotation, this bit is engineered for router table use and delivers consistent, repeatable results when constructing quality drawers from solid hardwood, plywood, and wood-based panel materials.

Key Features

• 2-tooth hardmetal (HW) carbide cutter - provides clean, precise cuts through drawer materials with reduced tearout and consistent joint geometry on every pass.
• 2" cutting diameter with 1/2" cutting height - sized to mill accurate interlocking profiles on drawer fronts and sides in a single router table setup, eliminating the need for multiple bit changes.
• 1/2" shank diameter - fits standard router table collets and offers superior stability and reduced vibration compared to 1/4" shank bits, contributing to smoother cuts and longer bit life.
• Compatible with material thicknesses from 5/8" to 1" - accommodates a practical range of drawer box stock, giving woodworkers flexibility across different drawer construction methods.
• Right-hand rotation - standard direction for router table use, ensuring correct chip evacuation and compatibility with conventional router table setups.
• Router table only design - the geometry of this bit is optimized for stationary router table operation, delivering the controlled feed rate and stability needed for safe, accurate drawer lock joint cutting.
• Face-down and face-vertical milling technique - the bit's profile allows the drawer front to be milled with the inside face down on the table, and drawer sides milled with the inside face vertical against the fence, producing a self-aligning interlocking joint.

Why This Product

• One bit, two cuts, one complete joint - the drawer lock bit profile mills both the drawer front and the drawer sides using a single bit, repositioning the workpiece between passes rather than switching bits, saving setup time and improving joint consistency.
• Strong mechanical interlocking joint for drawer construction - the drawer lock joint produced by this bit creates a glue-ready, mechanically interlocking connection between drawer fronts and sides, resulting in drawers that resist racking and pulling apart under load.
• Fits a wide range of drawer stock thicknesses - the 5/8"-to-1" material thickness range covers the most commonly used drawer box lumber and plywood dimensions, making this bit a practical choice for both production shop use and custom cabinet work.
• Hardmetal carbide construction for lasting sharpness - the HW (hardmetal) carbide material designation means the cutting edges hold their geometry longer through repeated use in hardwoods and sheet goods, reducing the frequency of resharpening or replacement.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 855.502.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 2"
• Cutting Height: 1/2"
• Total Length: 2"
• Shank: 1/2"
• Maximum Material Thickness: 5/8" - 1"
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
• Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Product Type: Drawer Lock Router Bit

Approved Applications

• Drawer lock joint cutting on drawer fronts and drawer sides
• Cabinet drawer box construction
• Router table joinery for wood drawer components
• Interlocking joint milling on material thicknesses from 5/8" to 1"