CMT Classical Bead Bit - 3/4" x 31/64" with 1/8" Radius, 1/4" Shank (Profile C) is a precision router bit engineered for decorative woodworking applications including furniture panel detailing, vitrine frames, and drawer front embellishment. Featuring a bearing fixed on the shank, this carbide-tipped beading bit gives woodworkers the flexibility to create elegant bead profiles, inlays, and groove work with accurate, repeatable results. The wide flat bottom cut and shank-mounted bearing positioning let you observe your profile as it forms, making this classical bead router bit a dependable choice for both handheld router use and router table setups.

Key Features

• Bearing fixed on the shank - expands decorative possibilities beyond edge work, enabling inlays, groove work, and panel detailing on furniture, vitrines, and drawer fronts with reliable guidance and consistent depth control.
• Wide flat bottom cut - positions just above the wood surface so results are visible immediately, reducing guesswork and helping you achieve clean, accurate classical bead profiles on every pass.
• 1/8" radius Profile C geometry - produces an authentic classical bead profile suited to ornate furniture detailing, cabinetry trim, and architectural millwork where precise decorative contours are required.
• Hard metal (HW) carbide cutting edges - deliver long-lasting sharpness through hardwood, softwood, and sheet goods, reducing the frequency of bit changes during production runs.
• 2-flute (2-tooth) configuration - balances cutting speed with a smooth surface finish, making it practical for both light decorative passes and more demanding profiling work.
• Right-hand rotation - matches standard router spindle direction for straightforward, safe installation with no adapter required on conventional routers.
• 1/4" shank - compatible with a wide range of handheld routers and router tables equipped with standard 1/4" collets, offering broad machine flexibility.
• 2 1/8" total length - provides adequate reach and clearance for working on panels and drawer fronts without collet interference during profiling cuts.

Why This Product

• The shank-mounted bearing makes it practical for groove work and inlay routing on furniture panels and drawer fronts - tasks that a standard pilot-less beading bit simply cannot handle - giving furniture makers and cabinet builders more creative flexibility from a single bit.
• The wide flat bottom cut combined with above-surface positioning means you can see the bead profile forming in real time, which reduces trial cuts and material waste when working on finished or expensive hardwood stock.
• Profile C geometry is specifically suited to classical bead decorative work, making this bit a focused tool for period furniture reproduction, cabinetry face frame detailing, and architectural millwork where generic profiles fall short.
• The 1/4" shank and right-hand rotation make this bit immediately compatible with the majority of compact and full-size routers on the market, so there is no need for a separate collet adapter or specialized machine to get started.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 865.301.11B
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 3/4"
• Cutting Height: 31/64"
• Total Length: 2 1/8"
• Radius: 1/8"
• Shank: 1/4"
• Profile: C
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Material: HW (Hard Metal Carbide)
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)

Approved Applications

• Classical bead profiles on solid hardwood and softwood
• Decorative groove work on furniture panels
• Inlay routing on cabinet and vitrine frames
• Drawer front embellishment and detailing
• Architectural millwork and period furniture reproduction
• Cabinetry face frame profiling