CMT 867.701.11 Moulding Bit by CMT is a 2 and 1/4 inch carbide-tipped routing tool engineered to cut classical moulding profiles for furniture trim, cabinet edges, and architectural millwork. With a 1/2 inch shank and a 1 inch cutting height, this two-flute router bit delivers clean, decorative profiles in solid hardwood, softwood, sheet goods, and composite panel materials. Whether you are shaping door casings, window trim, or period-style furniture moulding, this right-hand rotation bit is sized for high-demand routing tasks and is best paired with routers rated at 1800W or higher for full-depth results.

Key Features

• CMT Orange Shield Non-Stick Coating - prevents heat buildup and reduces pitch and resin accumulation on the cutting surface, protecting against corrosion and extending overall tool life so bits stay sharper longer between cleanings.
• SinterHIP Industrial Chrome Carbide - carbide tips are processed via Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP), which eliminates internal material voids, prevents premature cutting edge failure, and extends usable cutting life under demanding production conditions.
• Tri-Metal Brazing (Silver-Copper-Silver) - a three-layer brazing bond secures each carbide tip, reducing the risk of tip separation when routing harder solid wood species or dense composite panels such as MDF and chipboard.
• Anti-Kickback Body Design - controls the maximum depth of cut per pass, reducing the risk of sudden kickback and giving the operator greater control over feed rate and profile quality.
• 2-Flute (2-Tooth) Configuration - two carbide cutting edges balance material removal rate with surface finish quality, making the bit effective for both router table and handheld router use.
• Right-Hand Rotation - standard RH rotation is compatible with the vast majority of handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines without any spindle modification.
• 1/2 inch Shank Diameter - the full 1/2 inch shank minimizes vibration and deflection compared to smaller shank options, producing cleaner moulding profiles with less chatter, especially important at larger cutting diameters like this 2 and 21/64 inch bit.
• HW (Hard Metal Carbide) Blade Material - industrial carbide construction allows this bit to handle solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, MDF, melamine, laminates, and plastic across a wide range of woodworking and millwork applications.

Why This Product

• The 1 inch cutting height combined with a 5/16 inch radius gives this moulding bit the geometry needed to produce full, well-defined classical profiles in a single setup - reducing the number of passes and tool changes required for trim and furniture work.
• CMT specifies 1800W routers for best results with this bit - a practical guideline that helps woodworkers match the tool to the right machine and avoid underpowered setups that compromise profile quality or surface finish.
• The anti-kickback body design makes this bit a safer choice for router table operations where large-diameter bits rotate at high speed and a controlled depth of cut is essential for consistent, professional results.
• Multiple protective technologies - Orange Shield coating, SinterHIP carbide, and Tri-Metal Brazing - work together to extend tool life and reduce downtime in shop environments where this moulding profile is cut repeatedly across hardwood and composite materials.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 867.701.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 2-21/64 in.
• Cutting Height: 1 in.
• Total Length: 2-57/64 in.
• Radius: 5/16 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Blade Material: Hard Metal Carbide (HW)
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
• Product Type: Moulding Bit

Approved Applications

• Classical moulding profiles for furniture and cabinetry
• Architectural millwork and interior trim
• Door and window casing profiles
• Decorative edge profiles on solid hardwood and softwood
• Moulding profiles in MDF, plywood, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic panels