Product Description
The CMT DET-002 Edge Banding End Trimmer is a professional-grade hand tool designed to cleanly trim overhanging edge banding at panel ends after the banding application process. Built for cabinetmakers, furniture builders, and woodworking professionals, this 55mm end trimmer delivers chip-free, precise cuts on wood veneer, melamine, and PVC edge banding up to 1/64 in. thick. Its press-handle shearing action makes end trimming fast, safe, and reliable - an indispensable step before flush trimming the long edges of a panel.
Key Features
- Press-handle shearing action - pressing the handle down drives the blade through the banding in a shearing motion, producing clean, chip-free ends without tearing or splintering the material.
- Maximum cutting width of 2 1/8 in. - accommodates panel thicknesses up to 2 1/8 in., making this trimmer compatible with standard cabinet and furniture panel stock.
- Handles banding up to 1/64 in. thick - suited for the thin wood veneer, melamine, and PVC edge tapes most commonly used in cabinet and furniture manufacturing.
- Interchangeable reversible knives - each blade has two usable cutting edges; when one side dulls, simply flip the knife for a fresh edge, doubling blade lifespan and reducing downtime.
- Spare knives available (DET-002K) - replacement blades are available separately, so the tool stays in continuous production service without the need to replace the entire trimmer.
- 55mm diameter form factor - compact and hand-held, making the tool easy to maneuver at a workbench or panel processing station for repetitive end-trimming tasks.
Why This Product
- Purpose-built for end trimming after edge banding application - rather than improvising with utility knives or chisels, this tool provides a dedicated shearing mechanism that produces consistent, professional results on every cut.
- Reversible blades mean less frequent interruptions - with two cutting edges per knife, operators spend more time working and less time changing blades, which matters in production environments where edge banding volume is high.
- Designed to work in sequence with the CMT DET-001 double-edge trimmer - using this end trimmer first prepares the panel ends properly before the DET-001 trims the long edges flush, creating a logical, efficient workflow.
- Compatible with the three most common edge banding materials - wood veneer, melamine, and PVC - making this a versatile tool for shops that work across multiple substrate and banding combinations.
Specifications
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Order Number: DET-002
- Type: Edge Banding End Trimmer
- Diameter: 55mm
- Maximum Banding Thickness: 1/64 in.
- Maximum Cutting Width: 2 1/8 in.
- Country of Origin: Made in Italy
Approved Applications
- Edge banding end trimming on cabinet panels
- End trimming of wood veneer edge banding
- End trimming of melamine edge banding
- End trimming of PVC edge banding
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct order of operations when using this trimmer with the CMT DET-001?
Use the DET-002 end trimmer first to shear the overhanging banding at the panel ends, then follow up with the DET-001 double-edge trimmer to flush-trim the long edges of the panel. Working in this sequence produces clean, professional results on all four sides of the panel.
How do I get more life out of the trimmer blades?
The DET-002 uses interchangeable reversible knives with two cutting edges per blade. When the active cutting edge becomes dull, simply remove the knife and flip it over to expose the fresh edge. When both edges are spent, replacement knives are available under part number DET-002K.
What edge banding materials can this tool cut?
The DET-002 is compatible with wood veneer edge banding, melamine edge banding, and PVC edge banding, provided the material is no thicker than 1/64 in. It is designed for the thin banding tapes standard in cabinet and furniture panel processing.
What panel thickness range does the DET-002 support?
The tool has a maximum cutting width of 2 1/8 in., which defines the maximum panel thickness it can span when trimming the overhanging banding at a panel end. Panels within this range are fully supported by the trimmer's cutting geometry.
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