Product Description
The CMT Laser Point Bit - 1/2" x 7/16" with 60 deg. angle and 1/4" shank is a precision V-groove routing bit engineered for sign making, decorative lettering, and fine incision work in wood and composite materials. Built with three micrograin carbide cutting edges and a super strong steel shank, this right-hand rotation bit delivers exceptional balance and accuracy - letting you create everything from a delicate fine point incision to bold highlighted lettering up to 1/2" wide. Whether you are routing on a handheld router, a router table, or a CNC machine, this CMT bit provides consistent, clean results with no risk of burning through the material.
Key Features
- Three cutting edges (T3) with micrograin carbide tips - triple cutting geometry keeps the bit perfectly balanced during operation, dramatically reducing vibration and improving precision when routing fine grooves or sharp V-incisions.
- 60 deg. V-angle - produces a crisp, defined groove profile suited for sign lettering, decorative routing, and detailed incision work across the full 1/2" diameter range.
- Laser Point tip geometry - allows you to raise the bit for a delicate fine point incision or lower it to engage the full 12.7mm cutting diameter for bold, highlighted lettering - one bit covers a wide range of carving depths.
- Super strong steel shank (1/4") - provides rigid tool holding in standard 1/4" collets, minimizing flex and runout for accurate, repeatable cuts.
- Micrograin carbide cutting edges (HW material grade) - hard-wearing industrial carbide extends cutting life and maintains edge sharpness through extended production runs in wood, MDF, laminate, and plastic.
- Right-hand (RH) rotation - compatible with the standard rotation direction of virtually all handheld routers, router tables, and CNC spindles, making this bit a drop-in ready tool.
- 2-1/4" total length - compact overall length keeps the bit stable and reduces chatter, contributing to cleaner groove walls and more precise lettering results.
Why This Product
- The three-edge, laser point geometry solves one of the most common routing problems - burning and inconsistent groove depth - by keeping the bit balanced and running cool through hardwood, softwood, MDF, and laminate surfaces.
- A single bit handles both fine point incisions and full 1/2" wide bold lettering, eliminating the need to swap bits mid-project when working on multi-depth sign work or decorative routing.
- The 1/4" shank makes this bit compatible with a wide range of routers and CNC machines that use standard 1/4" collets, offering broad versatility without requiring additional tooling.
- Micrograin carbide construction (HW grade) delivers long-lasting performance in demanding materials like laminates, melamine, plastic, and dense composites - reducing the frequency of bit changes during high-volume sign production work.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 858.001.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 1/2"
- Cutting Height: 7/16"
- Angle: 60 deg.
- Total Length: 2-1/4"
- Shank: 1/4"
- Number of Teeth: 3
- Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
- Material: HW (Micrograin Carbide)
Approved Applications
- V-groove routing
- Sign making
- Lettering and text carving
- Decorative groove work
- Fine point incision routing
- Bold highlighted lettering
- CNC carving and engraving
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a laser point bit and a standard V-groove bit?
A laser point bit features a sharp tip geometry that allows for extremely fine point incisions in addition to standard V-groove cuts. With this bit, you can raise it slightly to produce a delicate fine line, or engage the full 1/2" diameter to render bold, highlighted lettering - giving you versatile depth control in a single tool.
What routers and machines is this bit compatible with?
This bit has a 1/4" shank and right-hand (RH) rotation, making it compatible with any handheld router, router table, or CNC routing machine fitted with a standard 1/4" collet and standard right-hand spindle rotation.
What materials can this bit cut?
The micrograin carbide (HW) cutting edges are suited for routing solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic. The three-edge geometry helps prevent burning and maintains a clean groove wall across all of these materials.
Why does this bit have three cutting edges instead of two?
The three-flute (T3) design keeps the bit perfectly balanced during operation. This balance reduces vibration, lowers the risk of burning, and improves cutting accuracy - which is especially important when routing precise lettering, fine grooves, or decorative incisions where consistency of depth and edge quality matters.
Reviews
FAQs
Standard Shipping is free on most orders over $50 within the contiguous US. If the order is under $50.00, the shipping is $9.99 set fee for shipping within the contiguous US.
Most of our products will ship within 1 to 3 Business Days. Some Special order products will ship within 2 to 5 Business Days. Preorders will be shipped to you on a first come first serve basis as soon as available from the manufacturer. Items that are "Made-to-Order" (Custom order products) will be shipped when fabrication is completed, shipping and delivery times will vary and depend on manufacturing.
Products that are shipped directly from the manufacturer will have processing and fulfilment times subject to manufacturer availability.
Preorders are shipped on a first come first serve basis as soon as available from the manufacturer, the sooner you place your Preorder the sooner your order will ship.
Freight shipping Policy:
Orders/Items too large or heavy may require special handling/Shipping and may require to be sent by truck. Someone must be present to accept truck deliveries. Standard truck delivery is to a dock facility designed to receive freight. You will be notified within 24 hours of ordering to confirm delivery. Lift gates for deliveries are available for an additional fee.
We offer Financing options through Clicklease
Please email your Return request to info@FactoryDirectSupplyOnline.com
Include the order number and the reason for your return.
All returns, regardless of their categorization, must include all original parts, be in their original packaging, and in the condition in which they were received. You may not qualify to receive a refund If the returned item is used, damaged, missing any parts, or is damaged during return shipping.
Checkout our complete Return policy
You can contact us through our contact page! We will be happy to assist you.