Product Description
CMT Decorative Beading Bit - Profile C by CMT is a precision router bit engineered to produce a classic single or double-edged bead profile, making it an excellent choice for decorative woodworking on panels, cabinet doors, and drawer fronts. With a 3/4 in. cutting diameter, a 1/8 in. radius, and a 1/2 in. shank, this 2-tooth carbide-tipped bit delivers clean, repeatable bead profiles in solid hardwood, softwood, and composite sheet goods alike. Whether you are outfitting a router table for production cabinetry or using a handheld router for architectural millwork details, this beading bit brings a refined ornamental edge to any woodworking project.
Key Features
- Profile C Single or Double-Edged Bead - produces a classic bead profile that adds a marked decorative effect to panel, door, and drawer work, eliminating the need for hand-plane techniques or custom molding setups.
- 3/4 in. Cutting Diameter with 1/8 in. Radius - sized for refined, small-scale bead profiles that suit furniture details, cabinet face frames, and interior trim without removing excessive material.
- 33/64 in. Cutting Height - provides sufficient depth of engagement to complete a full bead profile in a single pass on most panel and door applications, reducing the number of passes required.
- 2-Tooth Carbide (HW) Construction - dual cutting edges in hard metal carbide deliver smooth, chip-free results and extended service life compared to standard steel tooling, particularly in hardwood and composite materials.
- 1/2 in. Shank - the larger shank diameter provides greater stability and reduced vibration compared to 1/4 in. shank alternatives, translating to a cleaner cut and improved surface finish on decorative profiles.
- Right-Hand (RH) Rotation - compatible with the standard spindle direction of handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines, ensuring broad machine compatibility without special toolholder requirements.
- 2-43/64 in. Total Length - the overall length provides adequate clearance for use in both handheld router and router table configurations, accommodating most standard collet depths.
Why This Product
- Ideal for panel, door, and drawer decorative work - the Profile C bead geometry is specifically designed for the types of decorative details most commonly found in furniture and cabinetry, giving woodworkers a purpose-built tool rather than a compromise from a general-purpose bit.
- Single or double-edged bead versatility - this bit can create either a single-edged or double-edged bead in one setup, expanding the range of decorative effects available without swapping tooling or changing router table configurations.
- Hard metal carbide (HW) cutting edges - carbide construction means the bit stays sharp longer through demanding materials including hardwoods and composites, reducing downtime for resharpening or replacement during production runs.
- 1/2 in. shank for reduced vibration - the heavier 1/2 in. shank helps minimize chatter during decorative profile cuts where a smooth, consistent surface finish is critical to the final appearance of furniture and cabinet components.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 865.503.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Profile: C
- Diameter: 3/4 in.
- Small Diameter: 6.4mm
- Cutting Height: 33/64 in.
- Total Length: 2-43/64 in.
- Radius: 1/8 in.
- Shank: 1/2 in.
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Material: HW
- Rotation: RH
Approved Applications
- Decorative bead profiles on panels and cabinet doors
- Drawer front decorative edge detail
- Furniture trim and architectural millwork beading
- Single-edged bead profiles
- Double-edged bead profiles
Frequently Asked Questions
What router machines is this beading bit compatible with?
This bit is compatible with handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines. Its right-hand (RH) rotation matches the standard spindle direction used by the vast majority of these machines. The 1/2 in. shank requires a collet or chuck that accepts 1/2 in. tooling.
Can this bit create both single-edged and double-edged bead profiles?
Yes. This CMT Decorative Beading Bit is designed to produce a classic single or double-edged bead, depending on how it is set up in the router or router table. This flexibility makes it well suited for a variety of decorative effects on panel, door, and drawer work.
What is the cutting height and how does it affect use on panel and door work?
The cutting height is 33/64 in. This measurement defines how much of the bit's flute engages the workpiece during the cut. For typical panel and door beading applications, this depth is sufficient to complete the full Profile C bead geometry, making it practical for production cabinetry as well as one-off furniture projects.
What material is the cutting edge made from and why does it matter?
The cutting edges are made from HW - hard metal carbide. Carbide tooling retains its sharpness significantly longer than standard high-speed steel, especially when working with hardwoods, plywood, MDF, or other composite materials commonly used in cabinet and furniture construction. This reduces the frequency of tool changes during production work.
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