The CMT Grand Rabbet Set is a professional-grade rabbeting bit set designed for woodworkers who demand precision and versatility in every joint. Built around a 2" diameter bit with a 5/8" cutting height and a 1/2" shank, this right-hand rotation carbide-tipped set delivers clean, consistent rabbets across a wide range of materials - from solid hardwood and softwood to plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic. With multiple interchangeable bearings included, the Grand Rabbet Set opens up 17 different rabbet depth configurations from a single investment, making it an essential tool for panel joinery, cabinet back panels, door stop rabbets, and frame-and-panel work. Compatible with handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines, this bit set adapts to your workflow rather than limiting it.

Key Features

• 2" Diameter Rabbeting Bit - the large diameter provides a wide cutting arc, allowing you to complete rabbet cuts efficiently with fewer passes and less repositioning.
• 5/8" Cutting Height - accommodates a generous range of material thicknesses, giving you the depth capacity needed for cabinet backs, door frames, and panel joinery without switching bits.
• 1/2" Shank - the full 1/2" shank provides maximum grip and stability in the collet, reducing vibration and deflection for cleaner, more accurate cuts compared to smaller-shank alternatives.
• Interchangeable Bearing Set - 17 Rabbet Sizes - swapping bearings changes the cutting depth instantly, so one set replaces what would otherwise require many individual bits, saving both cost and storage space.
• Carbide-Tipped (TCT) Cutting Edges - hard tungsten carbide tips stay sharp longer than high-speed steel, especially when working with abrasive sheet goods like MDF, chipboard, and melamine.
• CMT Orange Shield Non-Stick Coating - prevents heat buildup during extended cuts, reduces pitch and resin adhesion on the bit body, and protects against corrosion, extending the service life of the tool between sharpenings.
• SinterHIP Industrial Chrome Carbide - carbide processed via Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) achieves a denser, more uniform microstructure that resists material failure and extends cutting life when working through demanding hardwoods and composite materials.
• Tri-Metal Brazing (Silver-Copper-Silver) - this three-layer brazing method bonds carbide tips securely to the bit body, protecting the joint under the stress of cutting harder wood or composite materials and reducing the risk of tip separation.
• Right-Hand Rotation - matches the standard rotation direction of virtually all handheld routers, router tables, and CNC machines, ensuring safe, predictable operation without special setup.
• 2 Carbide Teeth - two-flute geometry balances smooth chip evacuation with a polished surface finish, reducing tearout on the cut edge and minimizing cleanup time after routing.

Why This Product

• One set, 17 configurations - the interchangeable bearing system means you can dial in the exact rabbet depth your project requires without purchasing and storing a separate bit for each size, making this set a cost-effective solution for professional shops and serious hobbyists alike.
• Built for demanding materials - SinterHIP carbide and Tri-Metal Brazing work together to keep the bit cutting cleanly through hardwood, softwood, plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic, reducing downtime from dull or damaged bits.
• Stable, vibration-free performance - the 1/2" shank combined with the 2" diameter bit body keeps the tool firmly seated in the collet, which translates directly to straighter, more consistent rabbet walls and a better-fitting joint.
• Long-term value through corrosion and heat resistance - the CMT Orange Shield non-stick coating protects the bit between uses and during cuts, meaning less frequent maintenance and a longer productive lifespan from each sharpening cycle.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 835.503.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 2"
• Cutting Height: 5/8"
• Shank: 1/2"
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
• Blade Material: Carbide-Tipped (TCT)
• Country of Origin: Made in Italy

Approved Applications

• Cutting Rabbets
• Panel Joinery
• Door Stop Rabbets
• Cabinet Back Panels
• Frame and Panel Work

What's Included

• CMT Grand Rabbet Bit - 2" Diameter (835.503.11)
• Multiple Interchangeable Bearings for 17 different rabbet sizes