The CMT Small Standard Raised Panel Set is a horizontal raised panel router bit engineered to create the classic beveled profiles found on traditional cabinet doors and frame-and-panel assemblies. Built with a 2-tooth hardwood-grade carbide tip construction and a Profile B3 geometry, this bit delivers smooth, accurate raised panel edges in solid hardwood, softwood, MDF, and a wide range of sheet goods. Its anti-kickback design improves operator safety when working at the larger diameters typical of raised panel routing, and the 1/2 in. shank provides the rigidity needed for clean, chatter-free results in both router table and handheld router setups.

Key Features

• Anti-Kickback Design - limits the amount of material removed on any single pass, reducing the risk of sudden bit grab and improving control for safer raised panel routing sessions.
• Profile B3 Geometry - produces the standard raised panel profile suited for classic cabinet door styles, giving finished panels a clean, traditional appearance.
• 2-Tooth Carbide (HW) Construction - hard-wearing carbide cutting edges stay sharp longer when routing dense hardwoods, composite panels, and melamine, reducing the frequency of sharpening or replacement.
• 1/2 in. Shank - the larger shank diameter provides superior rigidity and reduced vibration compared to 1/4 in. shank bits, resulting in a smoother surface finish on the raised panel profile.
• Right-Hand Rotation - compatible with the standard rotation direction of virtually all routers and router tables, making setup straightforward without any special configuration.
• Recommended Operating Range of 10,000 - 12,000 RPM - running at this lower speed range for a large-diameter bit reduces heat buildup and stress on the bit, prolonging cutting life and improving cut quality.
• Maximum Panel Thickness of 1/2 in. to 19/32 in. - accommodates a practical range of solid wood and sheet material thicknesses commonly used in cabinet door panel construction.

Why This Product

• The anti-kickback body design makes this bit a safer choice for woodworkers routing large raised panel profiles, where a single aggressive pass could otherwise cause dangerous bit grab.
• At a 1-7/8 in. diameter with a 3/8 in. cutting height, this bit is sized specifically for smaller raised panel work, making it well suited for petite door panels, inset frames, or detail cabinetry where a full-size panel bit would be oversized.
• The Profile B3 standard raised panel shape is one of the most widely recognized styles in cabinetry, so this bit produces results that pair naturally with a broad range of door frame and rail sets.
• Running at 10,000 - 12,000 RPM with three to five incremental passes protects both the bit and the workpiece, making this an appropriate choice for woodworkers who want consistent, repeatable results across a production run of cabinet doors.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 890.512.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 1-7/8 in.
• Cutting Height: 3/8 in.
• Total Length: 2-9/32 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Maximum Thickness: 1/2 in. - 19/32 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Material: HW (Carbide-Tipped)
• Profile: B3
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
• Recommended Speed: 10,000 - 12,000 RPM
• Minimum Router Power: 1800 KW
• Product Type: Horizontal Raised Panel Router Bit

Approved Applications

• Raised panel cabinet door routing
• Frame-and-panel door construction
• Traditional cabinetry door panel profiling
• Solid hardwood panel edge shaping
• Softwood, MDF, and composite panel raised panel profiles