The CMT Standard Raised Panel Bit (model 890.505.11) is a professional-grade horizontal raised panel router bit engineered to create classic raised panel cabinet doors and frame-and-panel door designs. With a 3-1/2 in. diameter and a 1/2 in. shank, this 2-tooth carbide-tipped bit delivers clean, consistent B2 profile cuts through solid hardwood, softwood, MDF, plywood, and a wide range of composite sheet materials. Its anti-kickback design and right-hand rotation make it a reliable choice for router table setups, handheld router applications, and CNC routing operations where accuracy and operator safety are priorities.

Key Features

• Anti-Kickback Design - controls the feed rate during cutting, reducing the risk of dangerous bit grab when working with large-diameter raised panel bits and improving overall safety at the router table.
• Horizontal Raised Panel Geometry - routes the beveled, profiled edge of cabinet door panels in a horizontal orientation, making it compatible with standard router table setups and delivering repeatable panel profiles across a full production run.
• B2 Profile - produces a classic raised panel door profile that is a staple of traditional cabinetry and furniture, giving finished doors a timeless, high-end appearance.
• Hard Metal (HW) Carbide-Tipped Cutting Edges - provides long-lasting sharpness through demanding materials including solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic, reducing the frequency of bit changes during production work.
• 2-Flute Configuration - balances cutting speed and surface finish quality, delivering smooth panel faces while maintaining efficient stock removal on each pass.
• 3-1/2 in. Cutting Diameter - sized to produce full, well-proportioned raised panel profiles on door panels up to 23/32 in. - 25/32 in. thick, covering typical cabinet door panel thicknesses used in kitchen and furniture applications.
• Right-Hand Rotation - compatible with all standard router machines and router tables configured for conventional right-hand bit rotation, ensuring straightforward drop-in compatibility with existing workshop setups.

Why This Product

• Designed specifically for raised panel door production, this bit handles panel material up to 23/32 in. - 25/32 in. thick - covering the common cabinet door panel range - so you can rout full profiles without switching to specialty tooling.
• The anti-kickback design is built into the bit body itself, giving woodworkers an added margin of safety when routing with the large 3-1/2 in. diameter that raised panel work demands.
• Rated for use at 10,000 - 12,000 RPM and requiring routers with at least 1,800 KW, this bit is matched to the performance specifications of capable router table setups, helping ensure consistent results when taking three to five passes to achieve the final profile.
• The carbide-tipped (HW) construction keeps edges sharp through a wide variety of compatible materials - from solid hardwood to melamine and plastic - making this bit versatile enough for both custom cabinetry shops and high-volume panel door production.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 890.505.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 3-1/2 in.
• Cutting Height: 19/32 in.
• Total Length: 2-17/32 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Maximum Material Thickness: 23/32 in. - 25/32 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Blade Material: Hard Metal Carbide-Tipped (HW)
• Profile: B2
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
• Recommended RPM: 10,000 - 12,000 RPM
• Minimum Router Power: 1,800 KW

Approved Applications

• Raised panel routing for cabinet door panels
• Frame and panel door construction
• Traditional cabinetry and furniture door profiling
• Router table horizontal panel edge profiling