Product Description
CMT Plug Cutter - 1 3/4" Plug Diameter, 5/8" Shank, Right-Hand Rotation is a professional-grade wood plug cutter designed for drilling clean, cylindrical plugs from natural soft or medium-density woods. Built from SP steel for lasting durability, this plug cutter produces tight-fitting plugs that conceal screw heads and counterbored holes with a grain-matched finish - making it a go-to tool for cabinet makers, furniture builders, and finish carpenters.
Key Features
- SP Steel Construction - super-strength steel body delivers long-lasting cutter performance, reducing the frequency of tool replacement even in demanding production environments.
- 6 Cutting Edges - six cutting edges produce smooth, clean-sided cylindrical plugs with consistent diameter, minimizing tearout and improving plug fit in counterbored holes.
- 1 3/4" Plug Diameter with 2 7/32" Outer Diameter - the larger outer body guides the cutter cleanly through the workpiece while the plug itself is sized for a snug, professional fit in the target hole.
- 5/8" Shank - a robust 5/8" shank provides a secure, stable grip in the chuck, reducing vibration and maintaining cutting accuracy during operation.
- Right-Hand (RH) Rotation - standard right-hand rotation is compatible with conventional drill press chucks, so no special tooling or adapters are required.
- 6 5/16" Overall Length - generous total length provides clearance for the workpiece and allows the cutter to be used comfortably in a drill press without interference.
- Optimized for Soft and Medium-Density Natural Wood - geometry and edge count are matched to softwood and medium-density hardwood, producing clean plugs without crushing or splitting the grain.
Why This Product
- Produces grain-matched wood plugs - by cutting plugs directly from the same board or a matching piece, you can orient the grain to make covered screw holes virtually invisible in finished cabinet and furniture work.
- SP steel for lasting productivity - the SP steel body is built for extended service life, meaning the cutter maintains its edge through repeated use without frequent resharpening or replacement.
- Six cutting edges for efficiency - more cutting edges mean each revolution of the cutter is doing more work, translating to faster plug production and cleaner results per pass.
- Right-size shank and length for drill press work - the 5/8" shank and 6 5/16" overall length are sized for stable, accurate use in a drill press, the appropriate machine for safe plug cutting in finish woodworking applications.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 529.445.31
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Plug Diameter: 1 3/4"
- Outer Diameter: 2 7/32"
- Small Diameter: 44.45mm
- Overall Length: 6 5/16"
- Shank: 5/8"
- Number of Cutting Edges: 6
- Blade Material: SP Steel
- Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
Approved Applications
- Cutting wood plugs to conceal screw heads in natural softwood and medium-density wood
- Producing plugs for counterbored holes in cabinet making
- Furniture construction requiring grain-matched plug filling
- Finish carpentry plug cutting in natural soft or medium-density woods
Frequently Asked Questions
What size plug does this cutter produce?
This plug cutter produces a 1 3/4" diameter cylindrical plug. The outer body diameter is 2 7/32", which is slightly larger and guides the cutter through the workpiece during operation.
What types of wood is this plug cutter designed for?
According to the product data, this cutter is designed for use in natural soft or medium-density woods. It is not intended for use in dense hardwoods or engineered wood products.
How many cutting edges does this plug cutter have?
This CMT plug cutter has 6 cutting edges. More cutting edges mean each rotation of the cutter engages the wood more frequently, contributing to cleaner plug walls and more consistent results.
What machine should be used with this plug cutter?
Plug cutters of this type are intended for use in a drill press. A drill press provides the stable, perpendicular plunge motion needed for accurate and safe plug cutting. The 5/8" shank is sized for secure mounting in a drill press chuck.
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