Product Description
CMT 856.601.11 Table Edge and Hand Rail Router Bit by CMT is a professional-grade profile bit engineered to shape smooth, well-proportioned curves on table edges, hand rails, and architectural moulding profiles. With a 2 1/2 in. cutting diameter and a 3/4 in. cutting height, this Profile A bit is built for furniture makers, millworkers, and woodworking professionals who need consistent, repeatable results in solid hardwood, softwood, sheet goods, and composite materials. Because these profile bits remove large amounts of stock in a single pass, they generate significant dust volume - a vacuum or dust collection system is strongly recommended to keep the work area safe and visibility clear.
Key Features
- Profile A Table Edge and Hand Rail geometry - delivers well-proportioned, smooth curves that are consistent pass after pass, reducing the need for hand sanding or secondary shaping on furniture edges and architectural rail profiles.
- 2 1/2 in. cutting diameter with 3/4 in. cutting height - the large diameter produces a broad, sweeping profile in a single router pass, saving time on furniture and millwork projects compared to smaller profile bits that require multiple setups.
- HW (tungsten carbide) cutting material - harder and more wear-resistant than standard high-speed steel, carbide tips stay sharp longer through dense hardwoods, abrasive sheet goods, and composite panels.
- 2-flute (2-tooth) configuration - balances feed rate and surface finish, allowing smoother chip evacuation while maintaining a clean, polished profile on the workpiece edge.
- 1/2 in. shank diameter - the larger shank provides greater rigidity and reduced vibration versus a 1/4 in. shank, which translates to a cleaner cut profile and longer bit life during heavy stock removal.
- Right-hand (RH) rotation - matches the standard rotation direction of handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines, ensuring safe and predictable cutting behavior without special setup.
- Large stock removal capability with consistent dust output - because this bit removes significant material in a single pass, pairing it with a vacuum or dust collector protects the operator and keeps the work surface visible throughout the cut.
Why This Product
- For woodworkers shaping table edges and hand rail profiles, the Profile A geometry produces smooth, well-proportioned curves in a single pass - eliminating the multi-step setups that smaller profile bits often require.
- The 1/2 in. shank and 2-flute carbide construction work together to minimize vibration and chatter during heavy stock removal, giving furniture and millwork professionals a cleaner finished edge directly off the router.
- Compatibility with handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines makes this bit a versatile choice for both shop production work and on-site architectural millwork applications.
- The carbide (HW) cutting material handles a wide range of workpiece materials - from dense solid hardwoods to MDF, plywood, laminates, melamine, chipboard, and plastic - reducing the need to switch bits between different material types on a project.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 856.601.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 2 1/2 in.
- Cutting Height: 3/4 in.
- Total Length: 2 11/16 in.
- Shank: 1/2 in.
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)
- Profile: A
- Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
- Product Type: Table Edge and Hand Rail Bit
Approved Applications
- Table edge profiles on solid hardwood and softwood furniture
- Hand rail profiles for architectural millwork and stair systems
- Moulding profiles for furniture and interior architectural woodwork
- Profile shaping on plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic panels
Frequently Asked Questions
What profile shape does the CMT 856.601.11 produce?
This bit is designed around Profile A geometry, which is the CMT table edge and hand rail profile classification. It produces well-proportioned, smooth curves suited to furniture table edges and architectural hand rail applications.
Is a router table required to use this bit, or can it be used with a handheld router?
This bit is compatible with handheld routers, router tables, and CNC routing machines. The 1/2 in. shank is required - confirm your router collet accepts a 1/2 in. shank before use. Because the bit removes large amounts of stock, a router table setup with a fence provides additional control and is recommended for production work.
Why is dust collection specifically recommended for this bit?
Because of its 2 1/2 in. diameter and Profile A geometry, this bit removes large amounts of material in a single pass and produces consistent quantities of dust. CMT recommends using a vacuum or dust collection system to keep the work area safe and to maintain clear visibility of the workpiece during the cut.
What workpiece materials can this router bit cut?
The tungsten carbide (HW) cutting edges are suitable for solid hardwood, softwood, plywood, MDF, chipboard, laminates, melamine, and plastic. The carbide material provides the hardness and edge retention needed to handle both natural woods and abrasive composite sheet goods.
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