CMT 3-Flute Slot Cutter with Arbor and Bearing - 5/32 Slot - 1/4 Shank

CMT Slot Cutters with Arbor & Bearing - 5/32 in. Slot - 1/2 in. Shank

5/32 in. Slot Cutter Router Bit with 1/2 in. Shank

CMT Slot Cutters are designed for creating precise splines, biscuit joints, molding details, and other woodworking applications. The 5/32 in. cutter is the ideal choice for biscuit joining, producing clean, accurate slots for strong and reliable connections. This bit includes a 1/2 in. diameter arbor with a 7/8 in. diameter bearing, allowing for cutting depths up to 1/2 in.

Safety tips: Always wear proper eye protection and a dust mask when operating routing equipment.

Safety precautions: Never use damaged or worn router bits. Operate the router at the recommended speed and feed rate without forcing the tool. Take extra care when making initial cuts with smaller diameter bits. For improved results and safer operation, make deeper cuts using multiple passes.

How CMT Produces High-Quality Router Bits

• Turning, Milling and Cutting CMT's ongoing investment in advanced manufacturing technology ensures precision, balance, and consistency. Fully automated CNC machinery, operated by skilled technicians, produces accurately machined router bit shanks and bodies.
• Heat Forged Steel Bodies for Large Diameter Bits Larger diameter router bits require specialized manufacturing processes, including heat forging the steel before precision machining. This creates a radial grain structure that enhances strength, durability, and overall performance.
• Brazing CMT uses advanced brazing technology to create durable carbide bonds. Custom computerized brazing equipment ensures consistent quality, while the silver-copper-silver brazing process provides a strong, shock-resistant connection between carbide tips and the steel body.
• Specially Formulated Carbide for Specific Applications CMT develops application-specific carbide grades to optimize cutting performance. From ultra-hard carbide for abrasive materials such as laminates to impact-resistant carbide for large profiles, each bit is engineered for long-lasting performance.
• Grinding and Sharpening The final manufacturing stage uses multi-axis CNC grinding technology to create exceptionally precise cutting edges. Each bevel and angle is sharpened to exact specifications for clean cuts and extended tool life.