The CMT 856.801.11 Multiprofile Bit is a precision-engineered carbide-tipped router bit designed to create classic moulding profiles, table edges, and decorative millwork in a single pass or across multiple passes for more complex results. With a 1 1/2 in. cutting diameter, 1 1/8 in. cutting height, and a 1/2 in. shank, this Profile B multiprofile bit gives woodworkers the flexibility to dial in a wide range of profile shapes simply by adjusting the bit height. Built for use on router tables equipped with a fence, it delivers consistent, repeatable results in solid hardwood, softwood, sheet goods, and composite materials.

Key Features

• Micrograin Carbide Tips (HW) - harder, denser carbide retains a sharp cutting edge longer than standard carbide, reducing the frequency of bit replacements and delivering cleaner profiles over extended production runs.
• Non-Stick PTFE Coating (CMT Orange Shield) - prevents heat buildup, resists pitch and resin accumulation, and protects the body from corrosion, keeping the bit performing at full capacity for longer.
• Super-Strength Steel Body - the robust steel core withstands the mechanical stress of long-duration cutting operations, maintaining dimensional accuracy and profile consistency throughout the workpiece.
• Anti-Kickback Design - controls the depth of cut on each pass, reducing the risk of dangerous kickback events and giving the operator greater confidence and safety at the router table.
• Adjustable Height Profile System - raising or lowering the bit creates distinctly different classic profiles in a single pass, or combine multiple passes to achieve complex decorative moulding effects without changing bits.
• 2-Flute Cutting Configuration - dual carbide tips provide a smooth, balanced cut with consistent chip clearance, resulting in a refined surface finish that minimizes sanding time.
• 1/2 in. Shank - the full-size shank provides maximum rigidity and reduced vibration compared to smaller shanks, translating to truer profile geometry and a cleaner finished edge.
• Right-Hand Rotation - matches the standard rotation direction of virtually all router tables, ensuring straightforward setup and correct feed direction without modification.

Why This Product

• One bit, many profiles - because the profile shape changes with bit height adjustment, this single multiprofile bit can replace several dedicated profile bits, saving both cost and storage space in the shop.
• Built for demanding production use - the combination of micrograin carbide tips, a high-strength steel body, and PTFE coating means this bit holds up through long cutting sessions in hardwood and composite materials where lesser bits lose their edge quickly.
• Safer routing at the table - the integrated anti-kickback geometry actively limits the amount of material the bit can remove in a single bite, making it a more controlled and predictable option for fence-guided router table work.
• Precise, repeatable moulding results - the 3-flute geometry and rigid 1/2 in. shank reduce chatter and vibration, so each pass produces the same clean profile, whether cutting one piece or a full run of architectural millwork.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 856.801.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 1 1/2 in.
• Cutting Height: 1 1/8 in.
• Total Length: 3 1/16 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Profile: B
• Material: Micrograin Carbide-Tipped (HW)
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
• Coating: PTFE Non-Stick

Approved Applications

• Table edge profiles
• Hand rail profiles
• Classic moulding profiles
• Decorative millwork - single-pass and multi-pass techniques
• Small mouldings cut from large stock
• Architectural millwork and furniture components