CMT Glass Panel Set with 1/2 in. Shank - 3-Piece is a professional-grade router bit set engineered for crafting glass panel cabinet doors with precision and repeatability. This 3-piece set uses a rubber panel retainer system to hold glass securely in a 1/8 in. slot cut into door frames, making it a reliable solution for woodworkers building display cabinets, kitchen doors, and decorative frame-and-panel assemblies. Built from HW (carbide-tipped) cutting material and designed for right-hand rotation, this CMT set delivers clean, consistent results on hardwood, softwood, and engineered panel materials.

Key Features

• 3-piece complete set - includes everything needed to produce glass panel doors in a single coordinated system, reducing the need to source compatible bits separately and ensuring all profiles align perfectly.
• Rubber panel retainer method - glass is secured in a 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) slot cut into the door frame using a rubber retainer, eliminating the need for adhesives or mechanical fasteners and making glass replacement easy.
• 1/8 in. groove slot cut - the precise slot dimension ensures a snug, secure fit for standard glass panel thickness, producing professional cabinetry results with minimal setup adjustment.
• HW (carbide-tipped) cutting material - industrial-grade carbide edges stay sharp longer through hardwood and engineered sheet goods, reducing downtime for sharpening or bit replacement.
• 1/2 in. shank diameter - the full 1/2 in. shank provides superior rigidity and reduced vibration compared to smaller shank options, improving cut quality and bit longevity.
• Right-hand (RH) rotation - standard right-hand rotation is compatible with the vast majority of routers and router tables, making this set straightforward to use with existing shop equipment.
• 2-flute design with a 1-5/8 in. to 2-1/8 in. diameter range - dual cutting edges and a versatile diameter range allow smooth chip evacuation and flexibility across different door frame profiles.
• 13/16 in. cutting height - sufficient depth of cut to handle typical door rail and stile stock thicknesses in one or two passes, keeping workflow efficient.

Why This Product

• Woodworkers who need to build glass-panel cabinet or display doors can accomplish the full door frame joinery and glass slot in a single coordinated 3-piece system rather than piecing together mismatched bits from different manufacturers.
• The rubber retainer approach for securing glass means doors can be assembled, disassembled, and re-glazed without damaging the frame - a practical advantage for custom cabinetry, furniture repair, and projects where glass panels may need future replacement.
• The 1/2 in. shank size maximizes stability during routing, which is especially important when cutting stile and rail profiles in solid hardwood where chatter and deflection can ruin workpieces.
• With a cutting height of 13/16 in. and a diameter range of 1-5/8 in. to 2-1/8 in., this set handles the proportions required for standard door frame stock, giving woodworkers consistent, repeatable results across production runs or custom single-piece projects.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 855.803.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 1-5/8 in. - 2-1/8 in.
• Cutting Height: 13/16 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Material: HW (Carbide-Tipped)
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
• Pieces: 3

What's Included

• Ogee Rail and Stile Set (855.803.11MF)
• Rabbeting Bit (835.850.11)
• Glass Panel Groover