Product Description
CMT Classical Bead Bit - Profile D (865.802.11B) is a decorative router bit engineered for creating ornate classical bead profiles on furniture panels, vitrines, drawer fronts, and architectural millwork. With a 1 1/8 in. cutting diameter, a 17/32 in. cutting height, and a 5/32 in. radius, this hardwood-grade carbide bit delivers refined, repeatable decorative bead profiles with a wide flat-bottom cut. The bearing mounted on the shank gives woodworkers precise control for inlay work, groove routing, and panel detailing - letting you see the profile result immediately as the cut is made.
Key Features
- Bearing fixed on the shank - positions the guide bearing above the wood surface, expanding decorative possibilities to include inlays, groove work, and edge detailing on furniture panels, vitrines, and drawer fronts without relying solely on the fence.
- 1 1/8 in. cutting diameter with 17/32 in. cutting height - produces a substantial, full-depth classical bead profile in a single pass, reducing setup time and delivering consistent results across long runs of moulding or panel work.
- 5/32 in. radius (Profile D) - forms a clean, rounded classical bead contour suited to traditional furniture styles, cabinet face frames, and architectural millwork applications.
- HW (hardwood-grade) carbide with 2-flute design - provides sharp, durable cutting edges that stay cleaner longer in solid hardwood and other demanding materials, reducing the frequency of resharpening.
- 1/2 in. shank diameter - offers maximum stability and reduced vibration in handheld routers and router tables, resulting in smoother profiles and reduced tearout.
- Right-hand rotation - compatible with standard router collets and router table setups, ensuring straightforward installation and predictable feed direction.
- Wide flat-bottom cut and immediate visual feedback - lets operators see the decorative result as the bit works, making adjustments easier and reducing waste on finished workpieces.
Why This Product
- Expands decorative scope beyond simple edge profiling - the shank-mounted bearing enables groove work and inlay routing on flat panels, vitrines, and drawer fronts, making this bit suitable for a wider range of furniture detailing tasks than a standard edge-guided beading bit.
- Profile D geometry delivers a true classical bead - the 5/32 in. radius and 17/32 in. cutting height combine to produce the proportional, rounded classical bead profile demanded in traditional furniture, cabinet, and millwork applications.
- 1/2 in. shank provides router table and heavy-duty handheld compatibility - the larger shank reduces runout and chatter, giving cleaner profiles when running production quantities of moulded parts.
- Immediate cut visibility supports precision work - the flat-bottom cut and above-surface bearing positioning allow the woodworker to monitor the profile as it forms, improving quality control on decorative and show-surface components.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 865.802.11B
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Profile: D
- Diameter: 1 1/8 in.
- Cutting Height: 17/32 in.
- Total Length: 2 9/32 in.
- Radius: 5/32 in.
- Shank: 1/2 in.
- Number of Cutting Edges: 2
- Material: HW (Hardwood-Grade Carbide)
- Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
Approved Applications
- Classical bead profiles on furniture panels
- Decorative groove work on vitrines and display cabinet faces
- Inlay routing on flat panel surfaces
- Drawer front detailing and cabinet face frame moulding
- Architectural millwork and interior trim profiling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the shank-mounted bearing on this classical bead bit?
The bearing is fixed on the shank rather than the nose of the bit, which positions it above the wood surface. This opens up decorative applications such as inlay routing and groove work on flat furniture panels, vitrines, and drawer fronts - tasks that would not be possible with a nose-bearing bit alone. It also allows the operator to see the cut result immediately as the bit works.
What router collet size is required for this bit?
This bit has a 1/2 in. shank diameter. It requires a router or router table fitted with a 1/2 in. collet. The 1/2 in. shank provides greater rigidity and reduced vibration compared to smaller shank sizes, which contributes to a cleaner, more consistent classical bead profile.
What does Profile D mean, and how does it affect the cut shape?
Profile D refers to the specific geometric form of the cutting edge on this bit within the CMT classical bead series. Combined with a 5/32 in. radius and a 17/32 in. cutting height, Profile D produces a rounded classical bead contour with a wide flat-bottom cut - a proportional shape well suited to traditional furniture, cabinet face frames, and architectural moulding work.
What materials can this bead router bit cut?
This bit is constructed with HW (hardwood-grade) carbide, which is designed for demanding cutting tasks in solid hardwoods as well as softer species and engineered wood products. The 2-flute carbide design provides sharp, durable edges suitable for production runs of decorative moulding and panel work.
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