CMT Solid Carbide Dovetail Bit with Bearing - 11/32 in. Diameter, 7 deg. Angle, 1/4 in. Shank is a precision router bit engineered for cutting the classic trapezoidal profile used in dovetail joinery. Whether you are a professional woodworker producing drawer boxes and cabinet components or a hobbyist crafting hand-fit dovetail joints, this bit delivers the clean, accurate cuts that the dovetail joint demands. The 7 deg. cutting angle produces tight-fitting joints suited for sliding dovetail connections and traditional box joinery alike. With a solid carbide construction and a bearing guide for template-assisted routing, this bit is built to perform consistently across hardwoods, softwoods, and engineered sheet goods.

Key Features

• Solid Carbide (HW) Construction - the entire bit body is machined from tungsten carbide, delivering superior hardness and heat resistance compared to carbide-tipped designs, so the cutting edge stays sharp longer even through dense hardwoods and abrasive engineered materials.
• Integrated Bearing Guide - follows a dovetail jig or template precisely, eliminating freehand guesswork and producing repeatable, consistent dovetail profiles cut after cut.
• 7 deg. Dovetail Angle - provides the classic trapezoidal geometry needed for strong mechanical dovetail joints; the shallow angle creates a firm self-locking fit for sliding dovetails and traditional drawer construction.
• 11/32 in. Cutting Diameter - a compact profile suited for fine joinery work where precision fit and clean wall definition are critical to a tight-fitting joint.
• 13/32 in. Cutting Height - sufficient depth to cut through typical drawer sides and box panels in a controlled pass, reducing the need for multiple repositioning setups.
• 1/4 in. Shank - compatible with a wide range of handheld routers and router tables equipped with a 1/4 in. collet, making this bit accessible to both compact trim routers and full-size machines.
• 2-Flute (2-Tooth) Design - dual cutting edges balance chip load and heat generation, producing a smoother cut surface while extending bit life during continuous routing sessions.
• Right-Hand Rotation - matches the standard rotation of virtually all handheld routers and router tables, ensuring correct cutting geometry and safe operation without special setup.

Why This Product

• The solid carbide body - not just carbide-tipped - provides a denser, more uniform cutting material that holds its edge longer under the friction and heat generated by dovetail routing, reducing sharpening frequency and downtime.
• The built-in bearing guide makes this bit purpose-built for use with dovetail jigs and templates, allowing woodworkers to produce repeatable, interchangeable dovetail joints without relying on freehand technique or additional guide fixtures.
• At a 7 deg. angle with an 11/32 in. diameter, this bit is sized for fine joinery applications - drawer box construction, sliding dovetail shelf pins, and decorative box making - where a compact, precise cut profile matters more than removing large amounts of material.
• The 1/4 in. shank and 2-9/32 in. total length make this bit compatible with compact routers as well as full-size router table setups, giving woodworkers flexibility to use it in multiple machine configurations without changing collets or adapters.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 818.087.11B
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 11/32 in.
• Angle: 7 deg.
• Shank: 1/4 in.
• Cutting Height: 13/32 in.
• Total Length: 2-9/32 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Material: HW (Solid Carbide)
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
• Bit Type: Dovetail with Bearing

Approved Applications

• Dovetail joints in solid hardwood and softwood
• Sliding dovetail joinery
• Drawer box construction
• Box making and decorative casework
• Template-guided dovetail routing with a dovetail jig
• Chamfer angles on a router table equipped with a fence
• Routing in plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic