CMT Straight Router Bit - 1/2" Shank

Clean, Precise Cuts on Every Material, Every Time

When accuracy and a clean finish matter from the very first pass to the last, the CMT Straight Cutter delivers. Machined from special Fatigue Proof steel and tipped with micrograin carbide, these bits are engineered to hold a sharper edge for significantly longer than standard router bits, whether you are working with natural timber or man-made sheet materials.

The flute geometry promotes exceptional chip ejection throughout the cut, so you get a clean, consistent result from start to finish without the build-up that causes burning or tear-out. Bits 9mm and larger in diameter feature a sharpened end that allows short plunge cuts, giving you greater versatility across a wider range of routing tasks. Every CMT bit is also subjected to strict quality control testing to verify perfect balance, concentricity, and cutting performance before it leaves the factory, so you can fit it to your router and get straight to work with complete confidence.

Key Features

• Fatigue Proof Steel Body: Resists stress and flexing during demanding cuts, extending the working life of the bit well beyond standard alternatives.
• Micrograin Carbide Tips: Ultra-fine carbide grain structure produces a sharper cutting edge and retains it longer across both natural timber and man-made materials.
• Exceptional Chip Ejection: Precision flute design clears waste material efficiently, preventing heat build-up and ensuring a clean, consistent cut throughout the job.
• Plunge Cutting Capability: Bits 9mm and larger are sharpened at the end, allowing controlled short plunge cuts for greater routing versatility.
• Strict Quality Control: Every bit is tested for perfect balance and concentricity to guarantee smooth, chatter-free performance in any router.

Main Applications

• Trimming and sizing natural timber and man-made sheet materials with clean, precise results.
• Cutting mortises and tenons for strong, accurate joinery in furniture and cabinet projects.
• Forming tongue and groove joints for flooring, panelling, and cabinetry work.
• Rabbeting edges for drawer bottoms, cabinet backs, and frame and panel assemblies.
• Plunge routing for inlays, housings, and stopped grooves on boards 9mm and wider.

Give your router the bit it deserves. Fit a CMT Straight Cutter and craft cleaner, more accurate results on every project you take on.